Herbs and Spices

Unlock the flavors of your kitchen with this collection of herbs and spices recipes! Discover easy and healthy homemade seasonings, sauces, and pesto, plus tips on how to store your herbs and spices for maximum freshness. Whether you're enhancing a dish or creating your own blends, find everything you need to add depth and flavor to your cooking. Dive into these recipes and spice up your meals with homemade goodness!
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how to make blackened seasoning for seafood, meat and vegetables
How to Make Blackened Seasoning – A Couple Cooks
This homemade blackened seasoning blend is the perfect mix of smoky, spicy, and savory flavors! Great for seafood, chicken, or veggies, this versatile seasoning will enhance any dish. This blackened seasoning recipe is vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, and keto-friendly. Pop over to our site for the recipe!
three potted plants with the words grow herbs on them
How to Grow Herbs (Easy Tips for Beginners!) | A Couple Cooks
How to grow herbs at home with easy steps for beginners. Learn which herbs grow well together, how to harvest, and tips for keeping your herbs garden thriving. Grow basil, rosemary, mint, thyme, and more on your windowsill or in your backyard.
the best fresh basil recipes to use in any meal
30 Fresh Basil Recipes | A Couple Cooks
These 30 fresh basil recipes make the most of this fragrant herb. These include basil lemonade, caprese salad, pasta, and more. Discover fresh appetizers, main dishes, and sauces full of flavor. These recipes with fresh basil are ideal for summer cooking. A bright and tasty list of Mediterranean recipes.
a mason jar filled with fresh basil leaves on top of a counter next to a green sign that says how to store fresh basil
How to Store Fresh Basil | A Couple Cooks
This guide on how to store fresh basil keeps herbs vibrant and flavorful longer. These storing fresh basil tips include room temperature and refrigerator options. Use these methods for storing basil leaves after harvest or purchase. Learn the best way to store basil depending on your needs. A must-read for anyone who loves fresh herbs.
a glass cup filled with sage tea sitting on top of a wooden cutting board
Sage Tea | A Couple Cooks
This calming sage tea is a soothing herbal drink made with fresh sage leaves. Perfect for cozy mornings or winding down at night. Vegan, gluten-free, and ideal for those exploring homemade herb tea.
four potted plants with the words best herbs to grow in them
Best Herbs to Grow at Home | A Couple Cooks
Start a simple garden herbs collection with this guide to growing your own herbs like dill, oregano, chives, and sage. Whether you’re planting indoors or out, it’s a great way to support fresh cooking year-round. A must for fans of homegrown herbs and DIY gardening.
a bowl filled with pesto and garnished with basil leaves on the side
Best Homemade Pesto Recipe | A Couple Cooks
This homemade basil pesto recipe is bursting with fresh flavor, perfect for adding a touch of Italian flair to pasta, salads, sandwiches or as a flavorful sauce. This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free.
basil pesto with pine nuts in a white bowl
Easy Basil Pesto Recipe | A Couple Cooks
This easy basil pesto recipe is packed with vibrant flavor and perfect for pairing with pasta, sandwiches, salads, or as a tasty Italian sauce. Vegetarian and gluten-free.
a glass bowl filled with italian seasoning next to a spoon
How to Make Italian Seasoning – A Couple Cooks
This homemade Italian seasoning is a must-have for your spice rack! A simple blend of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme makes the perfect seasoning for pasta, veggies, and meats. This recipe is Mediterranean diet-friendly, vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb. Pop over to our site for the recipe!
thyme tea in a glass mug on a cutting board
5 Minute Thyme Tea – A Couple Cooks
This 5 Minute Thyme Tea is a refreshing herbal drink made with just water and fresh thyme. This easy recipe is delicious and perfect for sipping any time of day. Pop over to our site for the recipe!
an easy diy seafood seasoning recipe in a glass bowl
DIY Seafood Seasoning – A Couple Cooks
This DIY Seafood Seasoning is a blend of savory, smoky spices that enhances any seafood dish. Use it on shrimp, salmon, fish or grilled veggies for incredible flavor. Pop over to our site for the recipe!
how to make tarrag vinegar in a glass bottle with a corkscrew on top
How to Make Tarragon Vinegar – A Couple Cooks
How to Make Tarragon Vinegar in just a few easy steps! This homemade vinegar adds a subtle herb flavor to salad dressings and roasted vegetables. Find the recipe on our site!
a bowl of tarragon aioli next to tomatoes
Easy Tarragon Aioli Recipe – A Couple Cooks
This tarragon aioli is full of bright, herbaceous flavor! Here’s how to blend fresh tarragon into a creamy, versatile sauce that’s perfect for dipping, spreading, or drizzling. We love it on sandwiches, as part of a veggie tray, and more!
basil pesto with pine nuts in a bowl
Best Basil Pesto Recipe – A Couple Cooks
This basil pesto recipe is a flavor-packed classic Italian sauce starring basil, pine nuts, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese! Pop over to our site for the recipe!
how to make sage tea in the microwave
How to Make Sage Tea | A Couple Cooks
Learn how to make sage tea at home using fresh herbs and hot water. This simple homemade herbal tea is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and comforting. Great for tea lovers and wellness routines.