Once the leaves of thyme are dry, strip them from the branches. Herb leaves maintain flavor best when they are whole, not crushed or ground. (Lawrence E. Jenkins - Special Contributor) Ann McCormick ...

If you plan to grow oregano from seeds, you can simply mist the seeds, cover them in plastic wrap, set them in the sun, and wait about a week for the seeds to germinate. Ryan McEnaney, public ...

How to dry oregano to retain its flavor originally appeared on Dengarden. Oregano is a beginner herb gardener’s dream. This herb grows quickly, produces a lot, and is relatively low-maintenance, even ...

Oregano is a beginner herb gardener’s dream. This herb grows quickly, produces a lot, and is relatively low-maintenance, even when grown in a container. But it keeps getting even better: oregano is ...

For discerning cooks, packaged herbs from the grocery store don’t always cut it. Judging from their flavor and aroma, it seems they were picked by greasy, diesel-powered machine harvesters in some ...

Herbs can grow in abundance, which can be a blessing for gourmands. But while basil, cilantro, dill and mint can elevate any dish to new heights, even the most prolific cook can struggle to use up the ...

To get the best flavor from herbs, cut them before they flower. Most herbs are best for drying just before the flowers first open. New leaves at the tip of the plant will have the most concentrated ...

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Drying your own herbs is a quick and easy skill that, once learned, ...

What is the best way to dry fresh herbs? The best way to dry fresh herbs will depend on which herbs you're looking to dry. Delicate herbs like basil, mint, cilantro, and parsley, which have a higher ...

This article originally appeared on ModernFarmer.com. For discerning cooks, packaged herbs from the grocery store don’t always cut it. Judging from their flavor and aroma, it seems they were picked by ...

Learn how to dry herbs at home using just your oven. It’s time for ABC’s The Chew on a dime and Carla Hall is here to put money in your pocket! In this easy step-by-step video above, chef Carla shows ...