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Drying Herbs

A simple method to preserve herbs by drying them, enhancing their flavor and extending their shelf life.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 5
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°F (82°C) or set the dehydrator to the appropriate setting.
  2. Rinse the 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 crisp and crumble easily.
  3. Once dried, remove the herbs from the oven or dehydrator and let them cool.
  4. Store the dried herbs in glass jars, labeling them with the name and date.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 5kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.5gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 20mgVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Dried herbs can last for several months when stored in a cool, dark place. Use them to enhance the flavor of various dishes.

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