Drying herbs is the healthiest and most traditional way to preserve herbs for later use. There are several methods for drying herbs, but the goal is always the same. The herbs need to be dried thoroughly but retain their oil for maximum benefit and flavor. The first step is to … [Read more...]
Growing Dill
One of the most popular and useful kitchen herbs to grow in the home garden is dill. Both the plant and its seeds are useful for a variety of kitchen uses and recipes. Growing the herb is easy as well! Best Soil to Grow Dill As with any successful planting, start with good soil. … [Read more...]
How to Start an Herb Garden
Want to grow your own herbs outside? Herbs have a certain allure and mystery to them. Humans have used herbs for thousands of years to flavor and preserve food, add fragrance to a home and heal sickness. During Medieval times, people scattered lavender in their homes because they … [Read more...]
Where to Find Mint Leaves
By Julie Christensen Mint is sometimes called the herb of hospitality, a name that can be traced back to Greek mythology. The story goes that two strangers, a man and a woman, walked through a village. The villagers ignored the strangers and refused to provide them with food … [Read more...]
Fresh Mint Recipes
By Julie Christensen Looking for recipes with fresh mint as an ingredient? Mint has been cultivated for culinary and medicinal purposes for thousands of years. In Medieval times, people used it to scent their baths and homes. Early colonists to the United States brought … [Read more...]
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