Bouquet Garni Recipe 🌿

Overview:

Cook Time: Not specified
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 bundles
Calories: 29.3 per bundle
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (based on 4 reviews)

Description:

Bouquet Garni, those delightful little sachets of aromatic herbs, are culinary treasures that infuse soups, stews, and bean dishes with rich flavor and fragrant aroma. This recipe encourages the use of home-prepared dried garlic for an extra touch of authenticity and depth.

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp dried leaf basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
• 1 1/2 tsp dried rosemary leaves
• 1 1/2 tsp dried savory
• 1 1/2 tsp dried leaf thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried tarragon leaves
• 1/2 tsp celery seed (optional)
• 6 bay leaves
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic flakes
• 6 pieces of cheesecloth (double layers, 6-inch squares)
• 6 pieces of string (5 inches each)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Cheesecloth:

   • Cut six double layers of cheesecloth into 6-inch squares.
   • Cut six 5-inch pieces of string.

2. Combine Herbs:

   • In a small bowl, combine dried basil, oregano, rosemary, savory, thyme, tarragon, celery seeds (if using), and garlic flakes. Toss until well combined.

3. Assemble Bundles:

   • Place 1 bay leaf in the center of each cheesecloth square.
   • Divide the herb mixture evenly among the six squares.

4. Bundle Up:

   • Bring the edges of one piece of cheesecloth together in the center, forming a pouch.
   • Secure tightly with one piece of string, ensuring the herbs are contained within the bundle.
   • Repeat the process with the remaining bundles.

Serving Suggestions:

Once assembled, these bundles of flavor can be dropped directly into simmering soups, stews, or bean dishes, infusing your culinary creations with the essence of fresh herbs. Remove the bouquet garni before serving. Alternatively, they can be stored in an airtight container for future use, bringing convenience and flavor to your kitchen whenever needed. Enjoy the depth and complexity they add to your dishes! 🍲✨