Preserving Parsley's Perfect Flavor
Parsley is a vibrant, green herb that we most often use to garnish our dishes. It is packed with flavor and can enhance many meals. Fresh parsley is always my favorite way to use it, and it is simple to grow. Parsley plants do very well in the Midwest and will produce for most of the growing season. Unfortunately, our harsh winters won't allow us to harvest fresh parsley all year round, so dehydration is one way to preserve it for later use. Follow below for simple instructions, pictures, and video on how to harvest and preserve parsley. Step 1 : Cut parsley stems 1 inch from the bottom. Harvest in the morning at peak freshness. Step 2 : Wash parsley thoroughly. Step 3 : Layer parsley in dehydrator, careful not to overlap. Remove thicker stems to save room. Toss any unwanted, damaged leaves. St...