how to dry herbs in the refrigerator

How To Make how to dry herbs in the refrigerator

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  Lay clean kitchen towel(s) or a layer of paper towels on work surface.
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  Thoroughly wash herbs under cold running water; place clean herbs on towels.
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  Inspect herbs and remove, and discard, any leaves or spots that appear brown or blemished.
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  Pat herbs dry with paper towels; leave on towels to continue to air-dry for up to 1 hr.
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  Tear off several sections of new paper towels; place on work surface.
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  Remove leaves from stems; discard or repurpose stems.
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  For ROSEMARY: Strip the needles from the stem by holding top end of stem with one hand; with fingers of other hand, grasp the stem directly under the top and pull toward the cut end of the stem. Discard stem.
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  NOTE: You may mince herbs or leave whole, your choice.
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  Place herb leaves on a section/sheet of paper towel; roll towel up, around the leaves, like a cigarette.
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  Secure ends using a twist tie, rubber band or tape.
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  Write name of herb and the date on the bundle.
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  Place bundles on highest shelf in refrigerator for approximately 2 weeks.
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  After 2 weeks, open bundle to inspect for dryness.
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  If not thoroughly dried; re-tie ends and return to refrigerator for a few more days. If dry, empty herbs into plastic zipper bags or spice jars, label and date.
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  Store away from light.
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