Is your oven harboring odors that just won’t budge? Discover how a humble ingredient from your spice rack—bay leaves—can ...

It's strange to think that a single leaf can make a difference in a dish's flavor, but when it comes to bay leaves, they most certainly do. Whether you use them to add a subtle bitter note to ...

Pity the bay leaf. Once a symbol of success and renown in ancient Greece and Rome, it now suffers a reputation as a pointless, potentially dangerous (choking hazard!), ingredient. Even Ina Garten, ...

Traditionally, bay leaves come from laurel trees native to the Mediterranean region. In fact, they composed the crowns awarded to the athletes in ancient Greece. Bay leaves have also been used in ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – In the complicated world of spices, where vibrant yellow turmeric and fiery red chili often steal the spotlight, there’s an understated hero that quietly underpins the flavor profiles ...

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 ...

Paula Forbes loves bay leaves but their relevance has been called into question online in recent weeks. Often fished out of pots, the leaves impart flavor but aren't edible. Last year, Ina Garten gave ...

For centuries, bay leaves have been linked to healing, protection, and good sleep in many cultures. But why do some people ...