topic Re: Fresh herbs in Kitchen

Fresh herbs

bargainsgirl — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 19:10:58 GMT

A few questions...how do you store your fresh herbs and do you wash them before using?

I find by putting them in a jar or glass with some water ( on the counter) helps them stay fresher longer.

Re: Fresh herbs

BakingGirl — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 19:25:09 GMT

Also rinse and place in water filled jar however store in refrigerator

Re: Fresh herbs

cusegirl — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 19:43:32 GMT

Parsley and basil I wash first, then pat dry with paper towels. I put them in a small ziploc bag then in a plastic container and put in the freezer. When I need some I break a chunk off and use it that way.

Re: Fresh herbs

wagirl — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 20:09:59 GMT

I wash my herbs just before I use them----store them in damp paper towels in the refer or in a jar of water too, if they need a little perking up.

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deepwaterdotter — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 21:11:24 GMT

I find wrapping them in a damp paper towel and storing in a ziploc bag in refrigerator works for a couple weeks.

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We rescue cats — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 00:28:46 GMT

Another for the damp paper towel in a ziplock bag.

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Imaoldhippie — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 10:58:48 GMT

I have been thinking for a long time that I would get a table top grow light potting container and grow herbs. I have not pulled the trigger yet.

Anyone here have one? Do you use it and is it worth the money?

Re: Fresh herbs

cindyNC — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 14:38:25 GMT

@Imaoldhippie I've been thinking the same thing about the tabletop grower for herbs.

I think I posted about this before, but my neighbor has given me a few stalks of basil to cook with............ended up putting them in an old pill bottle filled w/water (on a windowsill). The oldest stalk has grown roots.