Basil. Oregano. Dill. These and other fragrant herbs are just some of the many tasty treats that central Ohioans enjoy throughout the hot summer months. The growing season is winding down, but with ...

The basil is still standing, but with nighttime temperatures dipping into the 40s and 50s, its days are numbered. I could dry ...

Basil, thyme and rosemary harvest for dehydrating indoors. (Rick Wetherbee) Truth be told, dried herbs are one of the handiest staple ingredients found in kitchens today. Not only do they bring lots ...

This much I know: don't substitute catnip for mint in anything you plan to eat. Fortunately, others have more extensive knowledge about the use of herbs than I do. Linn County Master Gardener, Diane ...

Reader Stacey suggests we take advantage of the recent heat waves sweeping the country by doing some good old-fashioned herb drying. It occurred to me yesterday as I was driving around in my ...

Don’t let your herbs go to waste; dry them so you can use them all year long. Librarian Tricia Ketchum provided tips for drying herbs at a Brown Bag Lunch program Thursday at Sterling Public Library.

Keep the flavor of your garden alive all year long. Pick and Dry herbs for winter meals and holiday gift. Collect large amount of basil, rosemary, marjoram and sage just prior to flowering. Cut the ...

Herbs and spices can elevate your meals from plain to a family favorite. But a Consumer Reports investigation finds potentially harmful heavy metals in some popular spices. In Consumer Reports tests, ...