Fresh Herbs!

I can't say enough about fresh herbs and I can only wish I had a larger garden then this small basket and one larger pot that has fresh lemon Thyme in it. This picture was taken earlier this year and now it has grown much larger and there is more than enough. Getting to grow your own herbs and produce is not only a joy but makes you appreciate eating and cooking in a totally new aspect! Not only does it save you money from not having to pay $3 for a small ounce at the grocery store, it is so much more fresher to walk out on your patio or garden and clip them right from the earth! The taste, color and aroma is so much better.

Try planting some but make sure you are using a good potting soil along with a good plant feed to help them grow well and water them everyday. Once your herbs have grown you can do a few things to enjoy them. I have basil and purple basil in this pot and will clip it all year long for a nice chiffinode cut over bruschetta's or pasta. Also, try the pesto from my previous post. It's great on many dishes from fish, chicken, pork and shellfish too. You can make a larger batch of it and freeze it to pull out later for your favorite dish!