Fun Facts:

• Herbs are considered culinary flavorings that come from the vegetative part of the plant, most often leaves and roots.
• Herbs have been used in cooking and as health remedies for thousands of years. Herbal seeds have been found dating back as far as 500,000 years ago.
• Some herbs, such as basil, are planted in vegetable gardens to help deter pests.

Nutrition Facts:

• Fresh herbs aid in the digestion of food and help eliminate toxins from the body.
• Cooking with fresh herbs enhances the flavors of food without adding fat, sodium or calorie content.
• Fresh herbs are nutritious. They have many of the same nutrients and phytochemicals that our favorite green, leafy vegetables contain.

Louisiana Harvest of the Month - Herbs - French

Louisiana Harvest of the Month - Herbs - Spanish