For us, spring is a time for celebration. The earth is coming back to life, baby animals abound, seedlings are getting transplanted and we spend a LOT more time outdoors. There's something about the arrival of spring that makes me want to lighten up our food and freshen up our plates. Here are ten ways you can make your spring meals as fresh as the new leaves on the trees! 1. Use tons of fresh herbs. While winter tends to be when I utilize the herbs I dehydrated over the summer, spring brings a wealth of new fresh herbs to add to your meals. That fresh taste really brings a whole new depth of flavor to your dishes. A good rule of thumb when swapping fresh herbs for dried ones is to triple the amount the recipe calls for. You can also use them to top your dishes at the end of cooking, like I do with my garlic lemon Orzo. 2. Add more veggies. Adding lots of fresh veggies to your dinner table is a great way to freshen up your special meal. Some of my favorites for spring ...
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