Is there a rule of thumb for herbs and spices? | Small Kitchen Garden Tips and Tricks

Question by Jonny B: Is there a rule of thumb for herbs and spices?
When cooking from a recipe, things are very easy, you follow the directions, add the ingredients in the amounts shown, and VOILA, youre an instant chef I cook from scratch most of the time and of course i use moms recipes too, but when I cook from scratch i like to explore new territories. Sometimes my creations are very good, and I have to admit ive tossed some in the trash too… I have no formal training in the culinary arts but can someone give me some advice on how to pick herbs and spices for my creations? One thing I have tried is hold the herb/spice over what i am cooking to blend the smells to see it they are compatible but this doesnt always work. Can someone help with good rule of thumb?

Best answer:

Answer by mightyt100
If you are using dried herbs check the label on the back (or if in a tin – look on the back of the tin) – it will usually tell you what type of dishes, vegetables, sauces, etc. the herb will complement.

Also here is a great site that explains the herb, it’s flavor and uses:

http://www.culinarycafe.com/Spices_Herbs/

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