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 ...

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 ...

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

Unlock the flavor of these versatile leaves. There are two primary types of culinary bay leaves — Turkish and Californian. Turkish bay leaves come from the bay laurel tree (also called true laurel and ...

In the kitchen, there are some ingredients that are staples - garlic, onions, salt and pepper, maybe some Lawry’s. Without them, your recipe wouldn’t be the same. But what about the bay leaf? Does it ...

Although you probably have bay leaves in your spice cabinet, ready for use in stews, sauces, stocks, and curries, they likely aren't the freshest, which means they aren't doing much for recipes. We're ...

Bay leaves have been cherished for centuries, not only for their culinary uses but also for their mystical and aromatic properties. As an avid gardener, I've always been fascinated by the bay laurel ...