Tired of your usual garnishes?

Try these herb substitutions for cooking and baking that will make all of your dishes sing.

(Itcan be meditative, tooand is linked with longevity.)

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Thai basil is more savory, with notes of licorice and a little bit of spice, says Rizzo.

Not surprisingly, Thai basil is often used in Thai and other Asian cuisines.

Try using it in a noodle or ramen dish.

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Or you could use it in a spicy chicken salad or stir-fry with veggies.

And if youre only ever used the curly kind, switch to the flat-leaf variety.

It complements cheese, tomatoes, and other delicious ingredients, like olives or truffle oil.

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Curly parsley will have a bit of a softer flavor, so it wont overwhelm your dips and dishes.

you’ve got the option to always add more.

Add in some zest, like lemon or orange, and itll taste great!

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