Herb Bundles (Bouquet Garni): A Simple Way to Preserve Fresh Herbs
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Project Time: 2 hours (plus drying time)
There’s something timeless about working with fresh herbs, especially when it is simple enough to share across generations.
Bouquet garni, or tied herb bundles, are one of the easiest ways to preserve and use herbs in everyday cooking. Whether you’re harvesting from your garden or picking up a few extra bunches at the store, this method turns fresh herbs into something you can use for weeks.
And the best part? Anyone can do it.
What is a Bouquet Garni?
A bouquet garni is simply a bundle of herbs tied together and used to flavor soups, stews, and roasts.
Instead of chopping herbs and fishing them out later, you get all the flavor in one easy-to-remove bundle.
Simple. Practical. No waste.
Why Make Your Own?
-Preserve extra herbs before they go bad
-Add flavor without extra prep while cooking
-Reduce food waste
-A great hands-on activity (even for beginners or kids)
What You’ll Need
-Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley, etc.)
-Cotton food-safe string (about 18 inches)
-A clean workspace
-Drying rack or space to hang
Instructions
1. Harvest and Clean
Cut long stems of fresh herbs and rinse if needed.
2. Create the Bundle
Lay herbs out and gather a few stems together into a small bundle.
3. Tie the Middle
Use cotton string to tie around the center of the bundle.
4. Secure the Ends
Wrap the string down the length of the herbs and tie off at the end.
5. Dry the Herbs
Hang or place on a drying rack.
6. Let Them Dry
Allow 3 days to 1 week for full drying.
Storage Made Simple
Once fully dried, store your herb bundles in a glass Mason jar with a reCAP® FLIP lid.
-Keeps herbs dry and fresh
-Easy to grab when cooking
-No plastic bags or waste
How to Use Bouquet Garni
Drop a bundle directly into:
-Soups
-Stews
-Roasts
-Broths
Remove before serving; no chopping, no cleanup.
