Best 6 Bouquet Garni Recipes

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Bouquet garni, a staple in French cuisine, is a bundle of aromatic herbs and spices traditionally used to flavor soups, stews, and other dishes. In French, the term "bouquet garni" translates to "garnished bouquet," signifying the bundle's visual appeal and culinary purpose. This culinary staple adds a depth of flavor and complexity to various dishes, contributing to a well-rounded and harmonious taste profile.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BOUQUET GARNI



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Use these little bags of seasonings in stews, soups and bean dishes. Use home-prepared dried garlic, if possible.

Provided by MSnow

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6 bundles

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon dried leaf basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons dried savory (if only summer savory is available, use a heaping 1 T)
1 1/2 teaspoons dried leaf thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves
1/2 teaspoon celery seed (optional)
6 bay leaves, broken in thirds
1 1/2 tablespoons dried garlic flakes or 6 cloves home dried garlic (better, but not everyone has a dehydrator)

Steps:

  • Cut six double layers of cheesecloth in 6-inch squares.
  • Cut six 5-inch pieces of string.
  • Place basil, oregano, rosemary, savory, thyme, tarragon, celery seeds, if using, and garlic flakes in small bowl.
  • Toss together until well combined.
  • Place 1 bay leaf (3 pieces) in the center of each cheesecloth square.
  • Divide the herb mixture evenly among each bundle.
  • Bring edges of one piece of cheesecloth together in center.
  • Tie securey with one piece of string.
  • Repeat with remaining bundles.

CLASSIC BOUQUET GARNI



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A bundle of herbs and aromatics for flavouring soups, stocks and casseroles. "Cooking For Pleasure " , Margaret Fulton

Provided by Love.to.cook

Categories     European

Time 5m

Yield 1 bouquet garni

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 -4 parsley sprigs
1 small bay leaf
1 large fresh thyme sprig
1 piece celery (about 3 inches long )
1 -2 leek, strips

Steps:

  • Make ingredients into a bundle with the herbs on the inside .
  • Lightly tie with white string.
  • Leave a long enough "tail" to tie to the handle of the pan for easy removal at the end of cooking.

DRIED BOUQUET GARNI BY TOULA PATSALIS



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I keep this on hand in a spice jar. If I don't have cheesecloth and kitchen string, I use a coffee filter and a twistee (bare of paper). This came from Toula Patsalis's "The Pressure Cooker Cookbook."

Provided by KateL

Categories     Vegan

Time 2m

Yield 1/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 bay leaves, crumbled
1/4 cup dried parsley
2 tablespoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons dried marjoram

Steps:

  • Mix together in a jar with a tight lid. Store in the pantry.

BOUQUET GARNI SEASONING



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Make and share this Bouquet Garni Seasoning recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Free Of...

Time 15m

Yield 6 bags

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon dried celery flakes
1 bay leaf, crumbled
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
2 teaspoons dried marjoram
6 pieces cheesecloth, each 4 inch square
string

Steps:

  • Combine all herbal ingredients.
  • Lay each square of cheesecloth separately on a table; onto each square place 2 rounded teaspoons.
  • of herb mix; tie each square into a bag (bring all 4 corners together, tie).
  • Store in tightly covered jar.
  • Immerse 1 bag in soup or stock during the last 30 minutes.
  • of cooking.

BOUQUET GARNI FOR LAMB STEW WITH YOUNG VEGETABLES



Bouquet Garni for Lamb Stew with Young Vegetables image

Use this bouquet garni in Andre Soltner's lamb stew with young vegetables, a recipe from "The Lutece Cookbook."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 to 10 sprigs fresh parsley
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Tie all ingredients together with cooking twine.

ONION BOUQUET GARNI



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Make and share this Onion Bouquet Garni recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nyteglori

Categories     Onions

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium bay leaf
1 small onion
4 whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 large parsley sprig

Steps:

  • Stick the cloves in the onion.
  • Tie into a small square of cheesecloth and add to broths, stews, stock pots, bouillon, and other savory dishes.

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs whenever possible, as they will provide the best flavor. If you are using dried herbs, use about 1/3 of the amount of fresh herbs called for in the recipe.
  • Tie the herbs together with kitchen twine or cheesecloth before adding them to the pot. This will make it easy to remove them later.
  • Place the bouquet garni in the center of the pot so that it is surrounded by the other ingredients. This will help to distribute the flavor evenly throughout the dish.
  • Remove the bouquet garni before serving. If you are using cheesecloth, be careful not to let any of the herbs fall into the dish.

Conclusion:

A bouquet garni is a simple but effective way to add flavor to a variety of dishes. By following these tips, you can make sure that your bouquet garni is packed with flavor and that it is easy to use. So next time you are looking for a way to add some extra flavor to your cooking, reach for a bouquet garni.

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