How to Store Fresh Herbs

Herbs tend to be expensive, and you usually have to buy more than you need for one dish. Make the most of your hard-earned cash by keeping your herbs fresh as long as possible.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Fresh Herbs

1. 
    

   Wash herbs in cool water. Remove dead stems and leaves. Snip ends.

2. Gently pat dry.

3. 
    

   Place stems in container filled with water but avoid submerging the leaves.

4. 
    

   Cover with a plastic bag or plastic wrap.

5. Refrigerate. Change water if it becomes murky.

Tips & Warnings

• Most fresh herbs will last more than a week when stored this way.
• Do not store basil this way. Leave it uncovered and unrefrigerated.

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[anixon84]

on 1/19/2009 Perfect! This is just what I was looking for before I invested in an indoor herb growing kit! Thanks!