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What Are 10 Essential Herbs And Spices?

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Herbs and spices can bring a greater depth of flavor and vibrancy to any dish you are cooking. Give them a try!

1. Fresh Thyme: a wonderful lemony flavored herb that can be added to vegetable and meat dishes.
2. Fresh Rosemary: earthy with a strong flavor – a little bit goes a long way.
3. Fresh Sage: great to add when cooking poultry such as chicken or turkey.
4. Fresh Flat-Leaf Italian Parsley: a delicious addition or garnish for just about any savory dish.
5. Fresh Cilantro: great for fish or chicken as well as guacamoles or even on fresh grilled corn.
6. Whole Cumin Seed: tastes wonderful when toasted and then ground and used in spice rubs for meats, roasted vegetables and even guacamole.
7. Whole Fennel Seed: tastes wonderful when toasted and then ground and used in spice rubs for meats or to season sautéed vegetables.
8. Ground Cinnamon: a sweet addition to any baked goods. Make sure you use fresh cinnamon for maximum flavor, as opposed to old stuff that sometimes lingers around your pantry.
9. Red Pepper Flakes: add a little heat to any dish with a  few red pepper flakes. A little bit packs quite a punch, so use sparingly.
10. Dried Bay Leaf: the “end all be all” to making stocks and soups.

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