Dried Bouquet Garni By Toula Patsalis Recipes

DRIED BOUQUET GARNI BY TOULA PATSALIS

Steps:

• Mix together in a jar with a tight lid. Store in the pantry.

BOUQUET GARNI

Steps:

• Cut six double layers of cheesecloth in 6-inch squares.
• Cut six 5-inch pieces of string.
• Place basil, oregano, rosemary, savory, thyme, tarragon, celery seeds, if using, and garlic flakes in small bowl.
• Toss together until well combined.
• Place 1 bay leaf (3 pieces) in the center of each cheesecloth square.
• Divide the herb mixture evenly among each bundle.
• Bring edges of one piece of cheesecloth together in center.
• Tie securey with one piece of string.
• Repeat with remaining bundles.

BOUQUET GARNI

Steps:

• Wrap 2 parsley sprigs, 1 bay leaf, 1/8 tsp thyme, and 1/8 tsp tarragon in a 6" square of cheesecloth.
• Tie into a bag using kite string.
• Pack herb bouquets into a wide-mouthed canning jar, with a clamped lid.
• Use as a seasoning for stews or sauces, adding bouquet during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

FRESH BOUQUET GARNI BY TOULA PATSALIS

Steps:

• Tie together with cotton twine. Add to the ingredients while cooking your favorite dish.

ONION BOUQUET GARNI

Steps:

• Stick the cloves in the onion.
• Tie into a small square of cheesecloth and add to broths, stews, stock pots, bouillon, and other savory dishes.

CLASSIC BOUQUET GARNI

Steps:

• Make ingredients into a bundle with the herbs on the inside .
• Lightly tie with white string.
• Leave a long enough "tail" to tie to the handle of the pan for easy removal at the end of cooking.