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Keeping Cilantro or Fresh Herbs – Fresh!

Keeping Cilantro Fresh

Today after church we went to Chris’ parents house for lunch and a time of visiting with family. The above picture is what I saw in her window sill. I didn’t really pay attention to what it was until sometime after dinner. Then it hit me, “that’s cilantro and I bet she’s keeping it fresh, not using it as a flowerless flower arrangement!” I’ve never seen this before, and yet it makes perfect sense! My mother-in-law, Joan, explained to me that when she gets cilantro or other cut herbs home from the store, she cuts off the ends, puts them in a glass of water and puts the glass in the fridge! What a no-brainer! So I thought I would share this great tip with you too! I’m always looking for easy ways to preserve food.

So, how about you? Do you have any simple tips that solve seemingly endless problems (in the kitchen that is:) Would love to hear them!

Food Tip – Cilantro

Hey, I just read this great and yet somehow almost no-brainer tip. Have you ever bought a bunch of fresh cilantro, only to let half of those delicious herbs go the way of the garbage heap? I have, sadly I admit, many times. My blogging friend tipped me off this week and I’m forever grateful. Although, my chickens will miss those precious rotting herbs in their daily diet.

Freeze it. It’s that simple, use it later in soup or another recipe (probably not that great in a fresh salad). Thanks for the tip!! She also has some other random cooking/homemaking tips in her post. Great entry, thanks.