Seeds, leaves and even flowers are used to give special flavors to our foods.
Most herbs are available fresh or dried.
Fresh will usually give a more intense flavor. If you've never cooked with fresh herbs before, you owe it to yourself to try. Don't worry if you end up with more fresh herbs than you can use, you can freeze the leftovers or even dry them yourself. Be sure to blanch leafy herbs such as basil. Sturdier herbs like rosemary freeze exceedingly well.