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Drying Herbs

A simple method to preserve the flavor and aroma of fresh herbs by drying them.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 5

Ingredients
  

Fresh Herbs
  • 1 bunch Basil
  • 1 bunch Thyme
  • 1 bunch Oregano
  • 1 bunch Rosemary

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to the lowest setting (around 170°F or 75°C).
  2. Rinse the fresh herbs under cool water to remove any dirt or insects.
  3. Pat the herbs dry with a clean towel or paper towel.
  4. Remove the leaves from the stems and spread them evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drying Process
  1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven or dehydrator.
  2. Dry the herbs for 1-4 hours, checking every 30 minutes until they are completely dry and crumbly.
  3. Once dried, remove from the oven and let cool.
Storage
  1. Crush the dried herbs if desired and store them in glass jars with tight-fitting lids.
  2. Label the jars with the herb name and date of drying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 5kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.5gPotassium: 20mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Dried herbs can last up to a year when stored properly in a cool, dark place.

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