This spring has brought with it some major surprises in our day-to-day world. One of those is how many people are now growing herbs – some for the first time in their lives. Those same people are asking questions like:
When will my basil be ready to harvest?
How can I use oregano in casseroles?
Are herbs okay for a keto or paleo diet?
What can I do with fresh dill leaves?
If this sounds like you, I’m here to help. This summer I am dedicating my time beginning July 1 to give you the low-down each week on an herb for the kitchen. The weekly herb will be the subject of my blog post and social media posts.
As part of that I will be including easy to follow recipes you can use with what you have now in the kitchen. To give you a taste (pun intended) of what is to come, I have published a collection of 10 new recipes for you to try. To make it easier for you to find all my recipes (including the ones from previous years) I have added a menu item for my recipes.
P.S. Not growing herbs yet? No problem! All my recipes can be used with dried herbs from the grocers. You’ll still get the benefit of the enhanced flavor.
Try these recipes today
for a taste of what’s to come.
Lemon Balm Lemonade
The flavor of lemon balm is the perfect addition to a tall glass of summer lemonade. If you can boil water you can make this. Here’s what you need to make lemon balm lemonade: P.S. Instead of …
Ginger-Glazed Carrots
As far back as I can remember, my favorite vegetable has been the carrot. I loved to munch on this crunchy veggie. Whenever my mother grated carrots for dinner, she’d always set aside the top and …
Spicy Southwest Potato Salad
A few years back, while working at the All-Texas Garden Show, I was chatting with fellow herb enthusiast Gery Stanton about recipes. She told me about a potato salad she makes with cilantro and jalapenos….
Cinnamon Oat Muffins
One of the most popular breakfast foods we can make is muffins. They can be eaten warm or cold, with butter, cream cheese or jam, and will withstand the trip to the office where you can heat them in …
Seasoned Beef Rub
Standing at my grocer’s meat counter, I scan the package labels, looking for quality meat that won’t throw my food budget into a tail spin. Talk about sticker shock! It’s the same old story; how to …
Pecan Biscuit Spirals
This is a recipe I came across years ago. A friend had brought it as a snack to a Bible study and I just had to have the recipe. I like to make this when I have a sudden craving for something hot and …
Easy Seasoned Herb Crackers
I’m always on the lookout for quick and easy ways to flavor foods and snacks. At a recent work session at our local herb garden, our Head Gardener brought some seasoned crackers that were great to …
Fresh Herbs and Cream Cheese Dip
While visiting a local gourmet grocery store in our area, I spotted several tables in the cheese department laden with samples to try. I enjoy cheese but am always leery of spending $6-$8 on a new …
Homemade Herb Seasoning Mix
While wandering the aisles of my grocer’s the other day, I surprised a woman in the packaged mix section. She was out of control, grabbing two of everything they had. Pausing I asked, “Are you …
Herb Inspired Popcorn Seasoning
The second Thursday in March is Popcorn Lover’s Day, celebrating a snack dear to the heart of most Americans. It’s light, fluffy, crunchy and can stand up to some serious flavoring. Here are a couple …
