Thread: Food and Drink What's for dinner? Here's mine... (Part 2)
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Old 06-05-2015, 09:12 AM   #5662
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I make my own oregano since I have an herb garden and it grows like a weed. I prefer that one fresh though. Certain herbs I prefer fresh—also, basil, dill, mint, chives, rosemary and thyme. Someone told me you can put these in an ice-cube tray to preserve as well.
The herbs that seem tender don't dry well. The ones that grow well in dryer areas do really well with drying because the essential oils that make up the aroma and flavor are designed to withstand it. Stuff like basil dries terribly.

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Now whole spices I can see. Tho' I prefer nutmeg already ground. I like the mellowing to the flavor more than it fresh (which I do have). Otherwise, it's a bit peppery fresh.
Different strokes for different folks, I guess. I can't stand pre-ground nutmeg. I love the pungency of fresh. I can't remember the last time I even had dried.

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I have a rasp but it wouldn't work for whole cardamon. Do you have a spice grinder?
I have a burr grinder for large batches, and a decently sized mortar and pestle for smaller batches.
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