1885 - La Cuisine Creole

A Delicious Flavor from Thyme, Etc.

DDV CULINARY

A delicious flavor from thyme, mint, sweet marjoram and rosemary may be obtained
when gathered in full perfection. They should be picked from the stalks and put into
a large jar, then pour strong vinegar or brandy over them; let them stay in this
twenty-four hours, then take the herbs out, and throw in fresh bunches; do this
three times, then strain the liquor or vinegar. Cork and seal the bottles tight.
Do not let the herbs stay more than twenty or twenty-four hours in the liquid
before straining, for fear of imparting an unsavory taste.
This is very useful in soups.