A few weeks ago when Judy Walker published a piece on herbs and spices and their uses, I was inspired to check my spice rack and see what I had ...

Fresh herbs are essential to cooking, but unfortunately, they spoil fairly quickly. Luckily, there's lots you can do with them before they go bad.

What to Do with Those Leftover Herbs in Your Fridge These easy recipes use up fresh basil, parsley, cilantro, mint, and more. By Jamie Ducharme · 8/9/2017, 3:16 p.m.

Because of its sweet and savoury characteristics, thyme is my go-to herb. It’s rounded and balanced, which means it can work in any dish: orange vegetables, meats, sauces, beans and even desserts.

1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh herbs, such as a combination of cilantro, parsley and mint 4 to 6 medium tomatoes, cut into eighths 3 small green onions, ends trimmed, thinly sliced ...

Herbs are grown in addition to the vegetables that farmers grow, and many farmers participate in the local farmers’ markets. They can be seasonal, but they also have a season.

Herbs are also one of the easiest foods to fry you’ll ever encounter. Not only do they need very little oil, but they are one of the few fried foods that make your kitchen smell better, not worse.

As any Long Island resident can attest to, Farmingdale’s Main Street has quickly become a favorite destination for a relaxing day spent strolling along a wide variety of shops and eateries.

If you make your own soap or candles, add cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Make aromatic sachets with old herbs for the bath or a facial steam, or use them in your dresser drawer to add a pleasant scent.

What to Do with Those Leftover Herbs in Your Fridge These easy recipes use up fresh basil, parsley, cilantro, mint, and more. By Jamie Ducharme · 8/9/2017, 3:16 p.m.