Auberge Blend - Herbes De Provence

French Tart's Note:

There are numerous recipes for this famous herb mixture from the South of France. As a rule, it always contains thyme, lavender, rosemary, basil, savory, marjoram and basil, but it DOES vary from area to area depending on local tastes. This is my own "Auberge" blend that I make & use regularly in our Chambres d'Hôtes; I find it appeals to most people's taste! Feel free to add or omit those herbs that you are not keen on or find difficult to obtain. This makes a wonderful gift - add a ribbon, a sprig of lavender & a recipe! (I sell this blend at the Auberge, in little fabric bags with a recipe sheet inside!)

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 1 Jar

• 14.79 ml dried basil
• 14.79 ml dried thyme
• 14.79 ml marjoram
• 14.79 ml dried summer savory
• 14.79 ml dried chervil
• 7.39 ml rosemary
• 4.92-9.85 ml dried lavender flowers
• 4.92 ml dried tarragon
• 4.92 ml dried mint
• 2.46 ml dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf, crumbled
• fennel seed (optional)
• dried sage (optional)

Directions:

1. Mix all the herbs together in a large bowl.
2. Put the herbs in a jar with a screw top lid and shake together once again.
3. Make sure it is well sealed and store away from direct sunlight in a cool, dark and dry area.
4. Use in all types of French cooking, on barbeques and grills, roast meats and poultry, sprinkle onto salads, in baked breads and gratins, pizzas and hot breads, kebabs and brochettes -- the list is endless!

Reviews

[Baby Kato]

What a lovely blend of spices Tartlette. I used all the herbs including the optional ones. This was so good, I used it in Creole Cornbread Dressing and also in Sweet and Spicy Cranberry Meatballs Crock Pot. A very versatile blend that I will be using everywhere. Thanks again for sharing my friend. :)

[Mom2Rose]

February 2010 Bay Spice Tag: Tarty - this blend is wonderful! We have always brought this blend home from Germany but we ran out so I am glad that I found this recipe of yours! We use it alot in our dishes!

[Annacia]

It looks like it's all been said by the previous reviewers. It creates a wonderful flavor rainbow. I must say that I couldn't find the chervil so just went on along without it. I butterflied a chicken and started it off on the outdoor grill but when rain hit it was finished off in the oven. The herb blend was a delight and everyone just loved it. Thanks much FT my dear for another little reason to make life worth it. :D