Preserving herbs

After harvesting herbs from your garden you might want to preserve them for later use. The main methods of preserving herbs are drying and freezing but some of them are also suitable for flavoring vinegars, oils or jellies and some may be crystallized (candied) for decorating cakes and desserts. Dried herbs should be stored in dark glass or ceramic containers as direct exposure to light speeds the deterioration of their aromas.

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