Instructions: A great book to have for reference is Janet Baileys "Keeping Food Fresh".

she says that whole dried herbs and spices can be stored fro about 1 year, provided they are kept away from direct sunlight and heat. Powdered and ground spices should keep for 6 months. In the summer months she recommends storing cayenne, paprika and chili powder in the refrigerator.

If the herbs and spices still have a strong aroma after 1 year, they are still good.

Stock Up on Dried Herbs

Dried herbs have a higher concentration of flavor than fresh, so use only one-third the amount of fresh herbs called for in recipes. Store in airtight containers in a dry and dark place such as a kitchen cabinet, they do not need refrigeration. Mark the date and replace dried herbs after three to six months-they can lose their flavor over time. (Spring

Our local paper featured herbs this weekend: growing, drying, using.

The climate is inland California but much of the preservation info applies globally.

of 2 cultivating (and harvesting) : classic circular herb garden: rosemary,
lavender, thyme, basil, epazote, with small fruit-tree in the center

Tasty twigs - Sprigs to savor (teas and oils) : Its best to pick fresh herbs late in the morning : Herb hints

Fresh". she says that whole dried herbs and spices can be stored for about 1 year, provided they are kept away from direct sunlight and heat. Powdered and ground spices should keep for 6 months. In the summer months she recommends storing cayenne, paprika and chili powder in the refrigerator. If the herbs and spices still have a strong aroma after 1 year, they are still good.

Stock Up on Dried Herbs
Dried herbs have a higher concentration of flavor than fresh, so use only one-third the amount of fresh herbs called for in recipes. Store in airtight containers in a dry and dark place such as a kitchen cabinet, they do not need refrigeration. Mark the date and replace dried herbs after three to six months-they can lose their flavor over time. (Spring 1999)

ur local paper featured herbs this weekend: growing, drying, using.

The climate is inland Ca

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