Keep Provence herbs in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight. Avoid exposing them to humidity, as this can cause their deterioration. Keep them in an airtight container or in a trapable plastic bag. Provence herbs can be kept up to a year.
What are the benefits of provence herbs ?
Provence herbs are a mixture of aromatic herbs typical of Provencal cuisine, such as thyme, rosemary, savory, marjolaine and oregano. They are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, and can help improve digestion, reduce inflammation and strengthen the immune system.
What are the varieties of provence herbs ?
Thyme: A Mediterranean aromatic herb with small green-graywood leaves. Rosemary: A Mediterranean aromatic shrub with bluish green leaves. Sariette: an aromatic plant with green and narrow leaves, often cultivated for its digestive properties. Oregano: A Mediterranean aromatic plant with oval green leaves and pink or purple flowers. Basil: an aromatic plant with green leaves often cultivated for its use in Italian cuisine.
How to choose the herbs of provence ?
Check that herbs are well dried, without signs of mold or humidity. Provence herbs must have a beautiful green or beige color, without brown spots. You can also feel herbs to make sure they have a fresh and aromatic smell.
How to cook provence herbs ?
You can sprinkle with Provence herbs on pieces of chicken before cooking them in the oven or in the pan. Mix Provence herbs with olive oil and salt, then brush this mixture on vegetables (for example zucchini, peppers, mushrooms) before grilling them. Add Provence herbs to bread dough before baking it in the oven to give a Mediterranean flavor to your bread.
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