Dried Herbs de Provence

Herbs de Provence


France   -   Herbs de Provence
Makes:
Effort:
Sched:
DoAhead:  		 1/2 cup
*
10 min
Yes		 Often called "traditional" by writers, this mix is an herb shortcut invented in the 1970s by spice wholesalers in France - see History.

3
3
3
1
1
1/2
T
T
T
t
t
t
Thyme, dry
Marjoram, dry
Savory, dry
Basil, dry
Rosemary, dry  
Fennel seed

There is no standard mix, but what we give here uses the most common ingredients in a fairly common ratio.

Make:   -   (10 min)
  1. Mix all ingredients together. They should be left whole and not ground until time of use.
NOTES:

  1. History:

      Traditionally, cooks in Provence used various herbs in various combinations as they pleased, and used them both dried and fresh. Some mixes, particularly by American companies, now include Lavender, but that wasn't "traditional" even in the 70's formulas.
  2. U.S. measure: t=teaspoon, T=Tablespoon, c=cup, qt=quart, oz=ounce, #=pound, cl=clove in=inch, ar=as required tt=to taste
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