If you grow your own herbs, you are aware that (almost) everything has a season (unless you live in Florida, but even then).

"Does using a bay leaf really enhance the flavor of the dish?" These are all fair questions, and I’m here to give you clear facts about this mysterious herb. Bay leaves are a culinary herb that ...

Long cooking draws out the aroma of this herb and most braised, poached and stewed dishes benefit from the addition of a bay leaf, as do soups, stocks and risottos. Add a bay leaf when braising ...

Long cooking draws out the aroma of this herb and most braised, poached and stewed dishes benefit from the addition of a bay leaf, as do soups, stocks and risottos. Add a bay leaf when braising ...