Tip: To cut fresh herbs, place leaves in a measuring cup or bowl and snip them with kitchen scissors. For herbs with tough stems (like rosemary), strip the leaves from the stem first. Tip: For easy handling, halve sweet peppers lengthwise—then remove stems, seeds, and membranes. Tip: Stir onions continuously as they are caramelizing to prevent sticking and burning. Tip: Add more Mediterranean flavors to your meal by serving our mouthwatering Peanut Baklava (see recipe below). Tip: For best results, clean fresh mushrooms by wiping them with a barely damp cloth or paper towel. Never soak them in water—they’ll become soggy. Tip: It’s a snap to roast pumpkin seeds to perfection; for a quick and easy recipe, see below.
