A handful of fresh herbs elevates your meals in an instant.

Here’s how to keep herbs fresh in the refrigerator for weeks or even months.

The only downside is that these cuttings dont last very longunless theyre stored correctly.

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My favorites are rosemary, basil, mint, thyme and dill.

The sealer keeps all air out and helps herbs maintain their freshness, she says.

After sealing, I place them in the refrigerator.

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The vacuum method keeps your herbs fresh for up to a year.

Cover the herbs loosely with a plastic sandwich bag and store them in the fridge.

This method extends the shelf life of your herbs by at least two weeks (and likely longer).

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Just be sure to change or refill the water as needed.

you could add these herb-infused ice cubes to your favorite cup of tea,cocktailand more!

She says she does this all the time.

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For cooking, you’re able to instead freeze the herbs in olive oil.

you might use them for sauteing veggies, or even add them to stews and soups, she says.

Frozen herbs stay good in the freezer for about three months.

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Health benefits of cooking with fresh herbs

Asleafy greens, herbs are packed with nutrients.

Vitamins A and C are also powerful antioxidants.

And dont worrythis doesnt mean you better start heating fistfuls of herbs.

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Usually the amount found in the recipes will provide you with some of the health benefits, says Mathis.

No matter how long you keep your herbs fresh, theyre worthless unless you remember to use them!

Incorporate fresh herbs into different dishes to get the most out of your purchase.

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