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 ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. For thousands of years, herbs have been used in food preparation and ...

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, ...

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 ...

If you've ever gone to use dried herbs and spices and found that they don't taste right, it may be because you're not storing them correctly. A culinary expert has shared the best place to keep ...

So when should you use fresh herbs in a recipe? And when do you go for the dried? It can be a perplexing question, especially if the recipe is not specific. I usually use fresh herbs and spices in ...

Although herbs and spices are often grouped together, they are actually completely different cooking elements with one basic similarity: They come from aromatic plants. Herbs are the leaves, stems, ...

Herbs and spices are essential pantry staples that add flavor and excitement to otherwise bland meals; however, they often tend to clump together. Clumping, or caking, is usually caused by moisture, ...

Whether you love Mediterranean cuisine for the flavors, the health benefits or as part of your heritage, it’s a smart move to stock up your pantry with a variety of Mediterranean spices. They offer an ...