In late summer, as some annual herbs remain bushy (basil and parsley) and some perennial herbs are starting to fade (sage and tarragon), it’s the perfect time to freeze summer’s flavors by creating herb cubes. They take only a few minutes to prepare and require no special equipment.
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| Select the herbs you would like to use in a winter soup or sauce. (You can also create cubes of individual herbs.) |
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| Mince all herbs except bay leaf; preserve it whole. | |
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| Place herbs in an ice tray or small containers and cover with water. |
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| Remove cubes from containers and place them in a bag in the freezer until needed to flavor a winter dish.
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