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For Food Safety in a Minute, this is Susie Craig from Washington State University Extension.
Have you wondered about drying herbs from your backyard? It’s easy to do and a wonderful way to “stretch” your garden into fall and winter. Rosemary, sage, thyme, summer savory and parsley are amongst the easiest to dry. Gather them after the dew has evaporated, tie them into small bundles, and hang them in a well-ventilated place to dry.
Electric dehydrators are also great for drying larger quantities or, microwave ovens may be used for smaller quantities of herbs.
Dried herbs are usually 3 to 4 times stronger than fresh herbs. To substitute dried herbs for fresh in a recipe, use 1/4 to 1/3 of the amount listed in the recipe.
If you would like more information about drying herbs, fruit leathers, and drying fruits and vegetables, visit the National Center for Home Food Preservation online.
I’m Susie Craig for Washington State University Extension and this has been Food Safety in a Minute.