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How to inspect dried leaves before cooking
When you open a pack, check the colour, whether the leaves are whole and how much stem there is.
Teaspoon, tablespoon or bag for one cup
Leaves are measured by the teaspoon, rosehip by the tablespoon and chamomile by the bag.
When to leave a spice whole and when to crush it
Whole seeds keep their aroma longer, while fresh crushing moves it into the dish faster.
Herb salt and herb-infused oil go in at different times
Salt can go into the oven, while filtered herb oil is clearest on the finished warm dish.
How to read a gift-set contents list before buying
The list, open-box photograph and contents view should match product by product.