Tipnut Mailbag: Crush Herbs Fast & Easy

I’m just about caught up with my email backlog (woohoo!), here’s a kitchen tip quickie Josee Meehan sent in to share with us all:

This from my husband (who is a chef): Herbs, like basil and oregano, can be quickly and easily crushed when frozen. The trick is to take them out of the freezer seconds before use, put your hand in the bag and crinkle the herbs. No cutting required. The trick is in the timing. You can’t let the herbs thaw out even a little.

Thanks Josee, that’s a great tip! Also, here’s a different tip that shows you how to wash & chop fresh herbs quickly: How to Clean and Chop Herbs Quickly.

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