How To Dry Herbs
When you grow your own food it's important to take advantage of the glut. That time when there is so much of what your growing you almost don't know what to do with it.
Drying your food is a great way to preserve what you have.
Today we are talking HERBS!
Herbs are best harvested just before they flower, that's when they are at their most flavoursome!
You can put them in a dehydrator - just make sure you follow the settings given.
I though, like to look at them when they are drying - like something out of a Jane Austin novel! And the beautiful aroma that goes along with air drying is an added bonus.
To do this, I gently cut the stems from the bush.
Clear the bottom few leaves.
Tie them with twine.
Hang them in a cool, dry place until they 'crunch' in your hand. (I hang mine from a portable clothesline. They can take a few day/weeks to dry depending on the herb). Be careful to keep them away from moisture (humidity) otherwise they will go mouldy! Also ensure there is room between each bunch so the air can 'move' between and around your herbs.
When they are dry, store them in air tight containers or jars.
They can be used for teas, or cooking!
*please note this is how I dry my herbs and do not take any responsibility for those who copy this.
Today's harvest ready to dry includes: Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Sage, Parsley, Stevia, and Curry Plant. You will also see Chamomile there that I'm simply drying on a tray ready to make into tea!
Drying your food is a great way to preserve what you have.
Today we are talking HERBS!
Herbs are best harvested just before they flower, that's when they are at their most flavoursome!
You can put them in a dehydrator - just make sure you follow the settings given.
I though, like to look at them when they are drying - like something out of a Jane Austin novel! And the beautiful aroma that goes along with air drying is an added bonus.
To do this, I gently cut the stems from the bush.
Clear the bottom few leaves.
Tie them with twine.
Hang them in a cool, dry place until they 'crunch' in your hand. (I hang mine from a portable clothesline. They can take a few day/weeks to dry depending on the herb). Be careful to keep them away from moisture (humidity) otherwise they will go mouldy! Also ensure there is room between each bunch so the air can 'move' between and around your herbs.
When they are dry, store them in air tight containers or jars.
They can be used for teas, or cooking!
*please note this is how I dry my herbs and do not take any responsibility for those who copy this.
Today's harvest ready to dry includes: Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Sage, Parsley, Stevia, and Curry Plant. You will also see Chamomile there that I'm simply drying on a tray ready to make into tea!
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