Herbs can add interesting flavors to foods when salt and fat are reduced in a recipe.
Because herbs are so popular, they are being sold fresh at the roadside market and grocery store and are often grown as part of a kitchen garden by the homeowner. Selection Herbs are best harvested in the morning, after the dew has evaporated, but before the sun has warmed them. Select just enough herbs to be used, dried or frozen, the same day. Herbs should look fresh and clean, be free of disease, not discolored or damaged. Storage Since the flavor and aroma of herbs deteriorates quickly after picking, be prepared to use them immediately.