From Garden to Pantry: Drying Herbs to Enjoy All Winter Long

As the days begin to cool, it's the perfect time to start preserving a little bit of the garden for winter.

Drying herbs is one of the simplest ways to capture the flavors and aromas of the season. Oregano, mint, and bay leaves all dry beautifully and become pantry staples for the months ahead.

🌿 How to Dry Herbs for Winter

• Harvest herbs in the morning after the dew has dried.
• Rinse gently if needed and pat completely dry.
• Gather small bunches and tie them with string.
• Hang upside down in a warm, dry, well-ventilated space away from direct sunlight.
• Allow 1–3 weeks for drying, depending on humidity.
• Once the leaves are crisp, remove them from the stems and store in airtight jars.

Oregano brings warmth to sauces and roasted vegetables, mint adds brightness to teas and desserts, and bay leaves quietly transform soups, stews, and slow-cooked dishes all winter long.

There's something deeply satisfying about opening a jar in July and finding the scent of summer waiting inside.