ALL ABOUT herbs
We know we say it a lot — fresh herbs really add to the flavor of a dish. Choosing among them can be overwhelming, though. To clear up any confusion, here’s the lowdown on six basic herbs you should use when cooking.
Surprisingly, the most common cooking herbs come from just two plant families: mint and parsley. And of the herbs we’re focusing on, chives are the only black sheep — they’re in the allium (onion) family. In terms of flavor, you can classify herbs into three categories: pungent, mild, and sweet. When choosing one for cooking, select the herb that complements the dish you’re making
