Bay Leaves - Hand Selected

Bay Leaves are the leaves from the Bay Evergreen Tree that is commonly found in the Mediterranean region, though originally the tree was probably from Asia minor. Bay Leaves were used across the ancient world. In Greece and Rome Bay Leaves were used to make Crowns of Laurel for athletes and poets. Hand selected Bay Leaves are dull green, about 2-1/2 long and the jar contains 85 Whole Bay Leaves. These leaves are used to add a tangy, earthy flavor to a recipe.

Suggested Use: Bay Leaves are often used in bouquet garni ( a bundle of herbs tied together and removed before serving). Bay Leaves are wonderful in soups, sauces and baked with potatoes or cooked with fish.