If you’ve got fresh herbs in the garden – here's a great way to store them...

Now that fall is here, days are numbered for those herbs in the garden...  

Instead of waiting for them to wither away - save some for a winter day! Freezing herbs in olive oil or butter is easy and can add some bursts of flavor for months to come. Here are the steps:

1. Choose firm, fresh herbs from the market or your own garden. You can chop them fine or leave them in larger sprigs and leaves. 

2. Pack the wells of ice cube trays about 2/3 full of herbs.

3. You can mix up the herbs, too; think about freezing a bouquet garni of sage, thyme, and rosemary to add to winter roast chickens and potatoes.

4. Pour extra-virgin olive oil or melted, unsalted butter over the herbs. 

5. Cover lightly with plastic wrap and freeze overnight. 

Remove the frozen cubes and store in freezer containers or small bags. Don't forget to label each container or bag with the type of herbs and oil inside.