Cooking with Herbs and Spices
Whether you grow an herb garden or you purchase dried herbs and spices from the local grocery store, these ingredients pack a powerful punch adding flavor to many different recipes. They are also a great tool to help you create healthier meals at home. You can reduce or eliminate added salt, sugar, and saturated fats from recipes by adding in various herbs and spices that complement the dish.Tips for using herbs & spices:
- Store dried herbs in a cool, dark place like a pantry or cabinet away from heat sources.
- Hold containers away from hot, cooking foods when you're adding them to a recipe. If not, the steam can enter the container adding moisture to your dried herb or spice.
- Add fresh herbs to cold dishes and chill in refrigerator for 2-3 hours before serving. This allows to the flavors to meld together.
Want to learn more about using herbs and spices?
Come learn about different herbs & spices, their benefits, and uses. We'll look at ways to add delicious flavor to different recipes without adding salt, sugar, and saturated fats.WHEN: Tuesday, September 17th 2024
WHERE: Asheboro Senior Center
Register here: Eventbrite - Cooking with Herbs & Spices at Asheboro Senior Center
