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How to Store Fresh Herbs

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Store Fresh Herbs
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. Step 1
     

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

  2. Step 2

    Gently pat dry.

  3. Step 3
     

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

  4. Step 4
     

    Cover with a plastic bag or plastic wrap.

  5. Step 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 said

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

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