annie said:
Now can you answer a question for me? How much is a sprig? I have recipes that call for a sprig or thyme, a sprig of rosemary, a sprig of tarragon and I'm really at a loss as to just HOW much to put in!
Hi Annie, I agree with other posters... a sprig is one branch, usually about 6" long or so...
when I use one I usually whack it once or twice with a meat hammer, to break the surface of the leaves, for more flavor...
putting them in a HOT frypan, with no oil or butter, just dry, for 30 seconds or so and turning often will also release the oils in the leaves...
if using this method, you
do not want the sprigs to brown, at all, really just heat them for a few seconds...
