04/20/2026
Most of us probably have at least one jar containing an herb/spice that is beyond its prime but don’t want to let it go to waste.
Maybe you still use them anyway (like I do 🤭).
Maybe you want to but you’re afraid.
Here’s how to check for freshness, despite the product being beyond expiration:
•if spices look clumpy, they’ve probably been compromised by moisture over time
•herbs and spices should maintain their vibrant colors until they’re pretty old
•if when you crush a small amount in your hand its smell isn’t vibrant, its flavor is likely also pretty faded
Here’s what to do to revitalize them:
•heat in a dry skillet till fragrant for immediate use
•mix dried herbs with butter to make compound butter, or mix into olive oil
•pulse dried herbs with coarse salt to make flavored finishing salts
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