Adding a bay leaf to rice gives it a subtle pine-like fragrance and herbal flavor. This method works with any rice-cooking ...

It's strange to think that a single leaf can make a difference in a dish's flavor, but when it comes to bay leaves, they most certainly do. Whether you use them to add a subtle bitter note to ...

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

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 ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – In the complicated world of spices, where vibrant yellow turmeric and fiery red chili often steal the spotlight, there’s an understated hero that quietly underpins the flavor profiles ...

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 ...

Can you eat bay leaves, or are they toxic? We'll separate the truth from the myth and explain why you technically can but ...