McCormick Ground Bay Leaves 14oz 396g
Fine Ground Bay Leaves for sauces, soups and marinades
McCormick Bay Leaves, Ground 14oz 396g
McCormick Ground Bay Leaves are an excellent way to infuse bay leaf flavor in soups, sauces, marinades, and other dishes without having to find and remove the bay leaves from the recipe before serving. In addition, you may use Ground Bay Leaves as a replacement for whole bay leaves in any recipe by using 1/2 tsp ground bay leaves to equal 6 small whole bay leaves (or a little less that 1/8 tsp ground bay leaves to 1 large whole bay leaf.
Note that Ground Bay Leaves are not completely interchangeable with Whole Bay Leaves in a recipe as the whole leaves are removed when cooking is completed; the ground bay leaves cannot be removed and the flavor continues to build. So ground bay leaves are suitable for foods that are served immediately and without leftovers.
Bay Leaves have a distinctively strong, aromatic, spicy flavor. Bay Leaves have a pleasant, slightly minty menthol aroma. The elliptically shaped bay leaves are light green in color and brittle when dried. Bay Leaves are the dried leaves of the evergreen tree, Laurus nobilis. Bay Leaves are also frequently referred to as "laurel leaves", though bay leaves is the approved name.
Bay Leaves are indispensable in flavorful cooking especially for soups and stews. Usually one or two whole bay leaves are usually enough as the flavor strength increases with the amount used and the cooking time. Ground bay leaves have numerous uses in marinades, soups, stews, shellfish, tomato dishes, meats, potatoes, and sauces. Bay Leaves are widely used throughout the world and are an especially important ingredient in French, Italian, Indonesian, Latin American, Caribbean, and the Mediterranean cooking.
Ingredients: Ground Dehydrated Bay Leaves. 
Net Weight: 14oz 396g
| Tiered Product Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | Description | Price |
| Each | Unit Price | $37.37USD |
| 6 | 6 or More | $34.96USD |
| 24 | 24 or More | $33.91USD |
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McCormick Bay Leaves, Ground 14oz 396g - FAQ
- Q: What is McCormick Ground Bay Leaf?
- A: It's made from dried bay leaves (Laurus nobilis) that have been finely ground into a powder. This form allows for easy flavoring of soups, stews, and sauces without needing to remove whole leaves after cooking.
- Q: What does ground bay leaf taste like?
- A: It has a strong, savory, woody flavor with slightly minty and menthol notes. The flavor is aromatic and builds over time in a dish.
- Q: What are the benefits of using ground bay leaves instead of whole?
- A: Ground bay leaves offer convenience and consistent distribution of flavor. There's no need to remove leaves before serving. Just note that the flavor continues to intensify, making it best for dishes served immediately.
- Q: How do I substitute ground bay for whole bay leaves?
- A: Use about ⅛ teaspoon of ground bay leaf in place of 1 large whole bay leaf, or ½ teaspoon to replace 6 small bay leaves. Use slightly less if making food to be stored or reheated.
- Q: What types of recipes are best for ground bay leaves?
- A: Ground Bay Leaves are ideal for soups, stews, tomato sauces, chili, shellfish boils, marinades, meat rubs, and slow-cooked dishes. It blends well with other spices and disappears into the dish with no visible trace.
- Q: Can I use ground bay leaves in seafood?
- A: Yes. It works well in seafood rubs, especially when combined with spices like mustard and allspice. It's also great in crab boils and chowders.
- Q: Are there any precautions with using ground bay leaves?
- A: Yes. Because they can't be removed like whole leaves, the flavor builds continuously. Use with care in dishes that are reheated or simmered for long periods.
- Q: Is McCormick Ground Bay Leaf kosher?
- A: Yes. It is OU Certified Kosher and made from 100% ground bay leaves.
- Q: How should I store ground bay leaf?
- A: Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place, away from heat, humidity, and sunlight. Shelf life is up to 720 days. Always use dry measuring utensils to preserve freshness.
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