My mother’s kitchen was not immune to the heat and humidity of suburban Houston. Like in many Indian families, we kept the room temperature at 80 degrees, every day of the year. It wasn’t only to save ...

Depending on their form, the environment they're stored in, and how they're used, some dried spices and herbs last longer than others.

Preparing flavorful meals isn’t possible without herbs and spices. Whether you're sprinkling dried oregano in tomato sauce or ground cinnamon over sweet potatoes, seasonings are the backbone of every ...

Spices are such an important part of cooking. As important as selecting the right one for your dish, though, is ensuring the jar you reach for is at its best - or at least as close to it as you can ...

Did you know that more than 200 million pounds of spices are consumed annually? Spices are what make our food exotic, savory, and flavorful. Storing spices properly will help you bring out the best ...

For me, there’s a similarity between cooking with herbs and looking at art or listening to loud, fun music. Without those things, life is dull. Imagine your world with white walls, quiet rooms and ...

We all want to keep our spices and seasonings fresh for as long as possible, but freezing these can lead to dulled flavor, ...

Open a drawer or cabinet in any kitchen in the U.S., and you’re likely to find several jars of dried herbs and spices. Jessica Clark, a mother of two from Lincoln, Neb., says she uses them so often ...

Open a drawer or cabinet in any kitchen in the U.S., and you’re likely to find several jars of dried herbs and spices. Jessica Clark, a mother of two from Lincoln, Nebraska, says she uses them so ...