Herbs

If you have a basil plant that seems to produce more leaves than you can possibly use, you’re doing something right. Basil actually benefits from regular harvesting, and knowing where and when to cut can keep the plant bushy, productive, and full of fresh leaves all summer. Whether you’re growing basil in the garden, in…

If you have fresh rosemary growing in your garden, this lemon rosemary herb salt is a simple way to preserve some of that flavor for later. The combination of bright lemon and earthy rosemary makes this salt especially good for summer vegetables, roasted potatoes, chicken, fish, and homemade bread. It’s one of those little homemade…

If you have a few dried herbs in your pantry, you can turn them into a simple Mediterranean herb salt that’s useful for all kinds of everyday cooking. I love making herb salts because they’re such an easy way to preserve the flavors of the garden. This Mediterranean version is especially good when you want…

If you’ve got rosemary growing in your garden, this garlic rosemary herb salt is one of those simple little things that’s worth making. I love recipes like this because they don’t require much. A few fresh herbs, some garlic, and salt can turn into something you’ll reach for over and over again in the kitchen.…

If you grow your own tarragon, drying some of your harvest is an easy way to keep this flavorful herb on hand long after the growing season ends. Dried tarragon is especially useful in sauces, chicken dishes, soups, salad dressings, and homemade seasoning blends. Tarragon has a delicate flavor with a hint of anise, and…