When Karen Washington, a food activist and farmer, recalls holiday meals with her family, one herb stands out: thyme. “What’s a Thanksgiving turkey without thyme?” she asks. And even at other times of ...

Herbs and spices can elevate your meals from plain to family favorite. But here’s a warning: A Consumer Reports investigation found potentially harmful heavy metals in some popular spices. Besides ...

To better enjoy fresh herbs in your kitchen, there's one method of displaying them that stands out above the rest. Here's ...

The aroma and flavor of fresh herbs provide a culinary delight, but dried herbs are used more often because of their convenience. Drying herbs removes so much moisture that 8 ounces of fresh herbs ...

Dried herbs can be one of the most useful weapons in a home cook's (or professional chef's) arsenal. They're easy to store, ...

Learn how to dry or freeze you basil harvest. Herbs are a beautiful and tasty addition to any garden. They do well in poor soil, and they can also attract pollinators. Frequent herb harvesting is ...

Dried herbs and spices may last 1 to 4 years, but it depends on the type of spice and how it’s processed and stored. Generally, spices will lose their aroma and flavor potency over time. Spices and ...

Preparing flavorful meals isn’t possible without herbs and spices. Whether you're sprinkling dried oregano in tomato sauce or ground cinnamon over sweet potatoes, seasonings are the backbone of every ...