Herbs de Provence

Add this aromatic blend early-on in cooking, to allow the flavors to meld--and the scent to linger. It's distinctive without being overpowering, so you'll find it enhances a wide variety of foods.

The ingredients: Winter savory, thyme, rosemary, basil, tarragon, lavender flowers.

· Add to cream and vegetable soups and stews.

· Use to make marinades for meat, poultry, fish, seafood, tofu and tempeh.

· Combine with oil and vinegar for a house vinaigrette.

· Add to fruit salad

· Rub or sprinkle on meat, poultry, fish, or tofu before grilling, broiling, baking, or frying.

· Sprinkle on potatoes before roasting or after baking.

· Add to cooked pasta, with a little olive oil and Parmesan cheese.

· Sprinkle on cooked grains, such as rice and millet.

· Use to flavor butter or margarine, then spread on bread or steamed vegetables.

· Use as a topping for focaccia or toasted breads.

· Combine with basic cream base (softened cream cheese/yogurt/mayo/sour cream) for a delicious dip.

To Try Today: Cut potatoes into wedges. Toss in a large bowl with olive oil, Herbs de Provence, salt (optional) and black pepper. Spread on cookie sheet and bake about 25-30 minutes, until lightly browned.

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