Previously, I have blogged about the wisdom of using food as a gift. We have taken our own advice and found ways to give food as gifts. We give lovely jars (RECYCLED) filled with dehydrated or fresh herbs depending on who will receive the gift and what we think they may like. We put a homemade label on the jar that connects back to EatLikeARabbit.net for recipes and other suggestions. Generally, herbs are useful to an individual. And even they may not be useful to the original recipient, they know someone who will be thrilled to get it. Therefore, we are sharing our love of the land with others and giving something that won't sit in a closet and collect dust until an appropriate time comes to regift it or take it Goodwill.

So, what if you have received gifts from us in the form of herbs? Firstly, use it or share it with others quickly. Secondly, if you don't think you will like the herb you have received, let us know. We'll gladly exchange it. We take pride in good food and enjoying food. We are only wanting to share that enjoyment with others. Therefore, we will not be offended to give an herb that meets your needs or desires.

Spearmint and peppermint make fabulous teas. Simply use a tea filter for brewing or tea ball for individual cups. Basil is excellent flavoring for soups and pasta sauces. Chives and rosemary are well known for flavoring potatoes. Cilantro is good with lime in rice and in guacamole. These are simply examples. I recommend exploring recipes that use fresh and dehydrated herbs like the resources I reference often: Moosewood Restaurant Cook Books, foodnetwork.tv, and allrecipes.com.