Cathy Isom has some tips on how to preserve all of those fresh herbs that you grow. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.
Drying Your Own Fresh Herbs
If you grow your own fresh herbs, cook with them, but find that you have way more than you can eat and keep. Then you may want to try your hand at drying them. After all, growing and drying your own herbs is much cheaper than buying them in the store. And, you’re also getting quality along with quantity, as many store-bought herbs have been sprayed with toxic pesticides.
Herbs that have a lower moisture content such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, and sage can be air-dried. Others may need to be dried in a dehydrator oven to prevent molding.
To keep dried herbs fresher longer, store them in a cool, dry place away from steam and sunlight. They should last for about 6 months.
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