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How to inspect dried leaves before cooking
Colour, intact leaves and the amount of stem tell you more than decorative packaging.
Teaspoon, tablespoon or bag for one cup
The plant form determines the measure and time, so one instruction does not fit every tea.
When to leave a spice whole and when to crush it
Whole seeds keep their aroma longer, while fresh crushing moves it into the dish faster.
Salt and herb-infused oil go in at different times
Salt can go into the oven, while filtered herb oil is clearest on the finished warm dish.
How to read a gift-set contents list before buying
The list, open-box photograph and contents view should match product by product.