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We’ve become a bit sniffy about dried herbs, particularly as fresh are so readily available.

But dried herbs, and particularly the more pungent ones, like thyme, sage and oregano still deserve a place in your kitchen.

Dried herbs are best rehydrated, so add either at the beginning of cooking, or about 20 mins before the

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