Simple Summer Flavor with Herbs…

Simple Summer Flavor with Herbs…

Herb gardens sure look & smell wonderful, but to someone who doesn’t garden it may seem challenging, not to mention what to do with the herbs once you grow them. Potted herbs are a great way to start without a lot of fuss. Not being much of a gardener myself, I have found a new love for homegrown herbs and discovering ways to enhance my meals and drinks with them. The best part is, you can live in an apartment or condo and still enjoy your own working garden!

Planting herbs in pots or flower boxes can keep it simple, while enjoying the wonderful aroma they emit. Keep them outdoors within easy access to your kitchen along with a pair of kitchen shears and you are ready to snip your favorite herb to spice up your meal, breakfast, or tea. This is a simple and fun part of losing the “diet” mentality and learning to create foods that not only taste vibrant, but give us that effect when including them into our daily routine. Wondering where to start? Here are a few of my favorites…

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