Fee O'Shea

Herbs in Your Kitchen is a practical, friendly guide to using fresh herbs with confidence in everyday cooking. Written for home cooks of all experience levels, it explains how to prepare, store, preserve, combine, and cook with a wide range of familiar and lesser-known herbs. From basil, parsley, mint, and rosemary to tarragon, fennel fronds, lemon balm, and marjoram, each herb is introduced through its flavour, best food pairings, preparation methods, storage tips, common mistakes, and simple ways to use it.
Clear tables and quick-reference guides make it easy to find the right herb for vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, pasta, soups, grains, and more. You'll also discover how to freeze and dry herbs, make herb oils, vinegars, butters, dressings, pesto, chimichurri, and classic blends from around the world. Practical recipes and waste-saving ideas help you use every last leaf before it spoils. Warm, encouraging, and easy to follow, this book is not about complicated cooking or rigid rules.
It is about learning the personalities of herbs, trusting your taste, and discovering how a handful of fresh flavour can transform even the simplest meal.