All About Fresh Herbs

Fresh herbs are the ace in the home cook's arsenal. They’re inexpensive—especially if you grow your own in the summer—and add a ton of flavor to everything from sauces to stews. In this cooking course, we’ll cover everything you need to know about these important kitchen staples, including how to identify common fresh herbs and how to substitute dried herbs for fresh. The online cooking course also includes instructional videos that demonstrate how to clean and store herbs, how to prepare thyme, and how to chiffonade basil, and more.
- Introduction
- Introduction to All About Fresh Herbs
- Test Your Fresh Herbs IQ
- How Fresh Herbs Work
- Common Fresh Herbs
- Tips for Success
- Sizing Up Herbs
- Substituting Dried Herbs for Fresh
- Core Technique Videos
- Cleaning and Storing Herbs
- Preparing Thyme
- Chiffonading Basil
- Drying Herbs in the Microwave
- Making a Bouquet Garni
- Concept Review
- Quiz