Article: The mighty leaf leaves little to be desired

REENA NERBAS

THERE'S more to leaves than pressing them in a book. From tea leaves to bay leaf to basil, here are 15 suggestions to get the most out of your leaves.

1. An easy secret to cutting fresh basil leaves into fine strips. Starting with the largest leaves, stack one on top of the other. Tightly roll leaves (beginning at the pointed end). Thinly slice rolled leaves crosswise into strips.

2. Make your own air freshener: Mix half-cup crushed bay leaf, one-quarter cup dried sage and one-cup witch hazel. Let sit at room temperature for three days. Strain and transfer remaining liquid to spray bottle.

3. Place bay leaves in kitchen drawers and in flour and sugar sacks to keep crawling ...

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