Long
time readers know that my favorite herbs are: rosemary, mint and
oregano. Its the blended taste of savory and sweet that is beyond
complimentary. These herbs are very easy to grow. And because I grow
them myself, I have quality assurance.
Yes, herbs are relatively hardy and easy to grow and you don't need acres. You can grow them in pots
on your deck/patio or in your kitchen window. Just clip fresh (don't
wash), lay them on a perforated pizza pan and within 24-48 hours, they
are dry.
The
temperature of the oven should be around 80 degrees, a good
temperature for slow drying the delicate leaves of mint and oregano. As
for the rosemary, a bit higher temp between 90-100 is preferred giving
the
long sprigs between 24-48 hours. You don't need to keep your oven turned
on. Just pre-heat at 250 and then turn the oven off. Wait until the
temp drops down a bit before placing your herbs on a perforated pizza
pan and then sliding them in.
In a variety of combinations, these herbs are great flavor enhancers for any meat, fish, vegetable or pasta dish. And, best of all, as they dry in your oven... it's a kind of aromatherapy for brain cells!
So, next time you are thinking about combinations of sweet and savory, reach for your dried herbs!
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