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How To Dry Herbs In The Microwave

basil-leaves-in-front-of-microwaveCan you dry herbs in the microwave?  Surprisingly, yes!

The first time I heard that you could dry herbs in the microwave, I did not believe it.  I thought the herbs would turn to mush or turn into some unrecognizable black mess.  It didn’t make sense to me.

But, I was curious.  Does this really work?  Or is this some weird theoretical thing that will end up in disaster.  I had to find out!

So, when I had some leftover basil I thought, what the heck, let’s try this!  Guess I was in the mood for a science experiment that day 🙂 Continue reading

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Chives vs Garlic Chives: What is the Difference and More…

When I brought in a bunch of garlic chives from the garden to make Garlic Chives with Chili Garlic Sauce, my daughter asked me:  What’s the difference between chives and garlic chives?

At the moment, my answer to her was that chives are round and hollow and taste of mild onion, whereas garlic chives are flat and taste of mild garlic.

Later I thought I’d elaborate a bit on the differences, as well as similarities between the two plants.  And added my cooking notes for these mildly flavoured alliums 🍴 Continue reading

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Super Easy Garlic Chives with Chili Garlic Sauce

When garlic chives are plentiful in the garden, I make this super simple and delicious quick stir-fry side dish with them.

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Here’s how to make garlic chives with chili garlic sauce.  Enjoy 🙂 Continue reading

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First Spring Herbs

All winter, I wait for the first herbs of spring.  These herbs that appear shortly after the first weeds start growing  bring that longed-for freshness to the kitchen table.

These are the first herbs of spring in my garden: Continue reading

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