There's much more to the humble bay leaf than you may think, with the herb boasting surprising uses and benefits in both its ...

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The debate over whether bay leaves actually do anything in cooking is ongoing. While some chefs swear that they add a vital flavor profile, others — including celebrity chef Ina Garten — have publicly ...

Although commonly found and used in the kitchen, bay leaves can be more than just an herb you add to a variety of dishes for extra depth and a unique pine and woodsy flavor. Unbeknownst to many people ...

That fragrant leaf you’ve been fishing out of your soup might deserve more attention than simply being discarded. Bay leaves, those unassuming herbs that often get removed after cooking, actually ...

I prefer Turkish bay leaves because of their understated flavor; I use half as much when using the California variety. Fresh bay leaves are often available in the herb section of grocery stores. Use ...

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to the Boston Globe's Beth Teitell > about the bay leaf and whether it's necessary or not for your dish. In the kitchen, there are some ingredients that are staples - garlic, ...

Three types of bay leaves and what they taste like It's time for a taste test. Let's find out the difference between California bay leaf, fresh bay leaf and Turkish bay leaf.