If a recipe asks you to add a bay leaf, would you listen? The leathery but delicate leaf, which is usually removed before a dish is served, has been a mainstay of Mediterranean cuisine for centuries — ...

The debate over whether bay leaves actually do anything in cooking is ongoing. While some chefs swear that they add a vital flavor profile, others — including celebrity chef Ina Garten — have publicly ...

In this recipe, sweet and nutty butternut squash balances the tomato acidity of the broth. Hearty farro grains are added for a vegetarian infusion of protein and texture, and nutrient-rich kale leaves ...

Recipe by Warren Chow, executive chef, Wildlight Kitchen + Bar. Pork shoulder may be substituted if collar is unavailable for this recipe.

I prefer Turkish bay leaves because of their understated flavor; I use half as much when using the California variety. Fresh bay leaves are often available in the herb section of grocery stores. Use ...

Native to Mediterranean regions, the bay laurel (Laurus nobilis) is a well-known culinary herb. Also known as bay leaf plant, it’s a tree or shrub that grows outdoors in warm, humid climates or ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Dried bay leaves in a wooden bowl. - shine.graphics/Shutterstock It's strange to think that a ...