"Microwave Dried Herbs

By RoketJSquerl

Ingredients

• Fresh herbs:
• parsley
• cilantro
• sage
• rosemary
• thyme
• marjoram
• tarragon
• oregano
• basil
• plain paper or parchment paper

Details

Adapted from theviewfromgreatisland.com

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions

Make sure your herbs are clean and completely DRY.
Working with one herb at a time, lay them out in a single layer on a piece of paper that will fit in your microwave. If possible, remove the leaves from the stems.
Microwave on full power for anywhere from 30 - 90 seconds, depending on your herbs and your particular microwave. (see chart above)
Check the herbs and if they feel crisp they are done, but if they feel soft, microwave them for a few more seconds. Don't over-do it or they will turn brown and burn.
Let the dried herbs cool down and then crush them with clean hands, and package them in small jars or plastic bags.
Store in a cool dark place and use within 6 months.

Cilantro ~ 30 seconds
Sage ~ 75 seconds
Thyme ~ 45 seconds
Marjoram ~ 60 seconds
Basil ~ 40-50 seconds
Parsley ~ 60 seconds
Tarragon ~ 60-70 seconds
Oregano ~ 60 seconds
Rosemary ~ 60 seconds
My microwave is a standard 1000 watts.