Blending or heating with butter or salad oil is the best way to draw out and extend the flavor of herbs. Soak dried herbs in a teaspoon of water or lime juice for 15 minutes before using.

Drying herbs is a great way to preserve that garden-fresh summer flavor throughout the ... and stews or even a flavorful herb ...

It is hard to beat the flavor of an all-butter crust ... Sarah uses a food processor to blend the dry ingredients with the fresh herbs to ensure the dough is handled as little as possible.