For me, there’s a similarity between cooking with herbs and looking at art or listening to loud, fun music. Without those things, life is dull. Imagine your world with white walls, quiet rooms and ...

Thyme or common thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a woody perennial herb that is easy to grow and easier to use in the kitchen. Common thyme is, however, still the most popular garden variety (no pun ...

Any seasoned cook will attest to the fact that fresh herbs transform a dish from cafeteria food to gourmet fare...assuming you know how to use them properly, that is. Here, a guide to the types of ...

African pigeon peas make an excellent addition to soups, adding texture and depth. Their firm nature makes them hold up well ...

With the height of summer comes a bounty of fresh herbs in backyard gardens and farmers’ markets. Fragrant basil, cooling mint, earthy rosemary and bright parsley can transform simple dishes into ...

Should you use fresh or dried herbs in your dish? Explore the key differences, how to substitute one for the other, and best uses to maximize the flavor of your dishes.

I am a terrible gardener. I hate weeding, and within weeks of planting anything, the tomato, pepper and other plants start to become overrun with unwanted greenery, and it’s just not a pretty sight.

Both fresh and dried herbs can make a dish shine. Can you imagine homemade guacamole without chopped fresh cilantro, pesto without sweet basil, or marinara sauce without a pinch of dried oregano? But ...