We tend to use basil as a garnish that is minty, zesty, peppery and with some intense clove like notes. Refreshing and intense in flavor a little goes a long way. Oregano is more often cooked with a dish to develop the flavor and it is earthy, herbaceous, woody and pungent with mint to citrus notes.
Flavoring meat can all be down to personal preference, however matching the strength of flavor in beef is key to a tasty dish.
Converting easily between fresh and dried herb measurements will mean you can adapt any recipe to suit the time of year. Fresh ingredients are not always available! For the majority … Continue Reading Converting Fresh And Dried Herb Measurements
Drying times do vary massively for each herb and this started out as a scrap of paper I kept inside our dehydrator. Well that has grown as our range of … Continue Reading Drying Times & Tips For Herbs – Dehydrator
There are 5 main different ways to dry parsley, some are quicker than others. The process of drying preserves the leaves, but slightly weakens the flavor, so you may well … Continue Reading Dry Parsley With 5 Easy Methods
If you grow a lot of your own herbs in the Summer months you may want to then dry and use all year round. Having a homemade jar of mixed … Continue Reading What Are Mixed Herbs