Description and Use of Culinary Herbs

Below is a list of herbs which are most commonly used and a guide to what foods they go best with. These herbs are great flavor enhancers, especially if you are trying to cut down on salt. But do not let this guide keep you from using your imagination and pairing various foods with certain herbs.

Fresh herbs are in many instances best and should be used whenever possible. Many dried herbs that you get in the store are often tasteless when compared to the fresh ones.