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what's the purpose of a bay leaf?
Posted on 3/29/15 at 2:57 pm
Posted on 3/29/15 at 2:57 pm
I see people using one bay leaf when they cook dishes. does this one oak-tree-leaf-looking thing make that big of a difference?
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Posted on 3/29/15 at 3:04 pm to oldcharlie8
A fresh one can, they are really aromatic. Problem is, most are old and don't do or add much.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 3:04 pm to oldcharlie8
If the leaves are fresh, they do add a nice, subtle aroma.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 3:06 pm to oldcharlie8
Bay leaf is a seasoning, just like pepper or rosemary. It has a distinct flavor that is desirable in many dishes. One bay leaf cooked with a pot roast makes a noticeable flavor in the finished product.
Yes it does make a difference.
Yes it does make a difference.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 3:11 pm to oldcharlie8
I tried some recipes with bay leaf. Noticed no difference. Stopped doing it. But to each his own.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 3:15 pm to oldcharlie8
I have a bay leaf tree. I find if I saute' fresh leafs in olive oil before I use them, it brings more aroma and flavor out.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 3:15 pm to Zach
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I tried some recipes with bay leaf. Noticed no difference. Stopped doing it. But to each his own.
I never have. I just see some cooks use it and I can't figure out why. it's just onions, garlic, and bell peppers for me.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 3:49 pm to oldcharlie8
I put like 6 or 7 in a pot, and they do make a difference
Posted on 3/29/15 at 4:14 pm to oldcharlie8
Mom use to put it in gumbo and soups.
I've never bought or used a bay leaf in my life.
I've never bought or used a bay leaf in my life.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 4:35 pm to oldcharlie8
Cook 2 pots of rice. One with a bay leaf, one without. Tell me if you can tell a difference.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 4:37 pm to Trout Bandit
What he said
Posted on 3/29/15 at 4:42 pm to MeridianDog
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what's the purpose of a bay leaf? Bay leaf is a seasoning, just like pepper or rosemary. It has a distinct flavor that is desirable in many dishes. One bay leaf cooked with a pot roast makes a noticeable flavor in the finished product.
Yes it does make a difference.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 4:43 pm to Trout Bandit
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Cook 2 pots of rice. One with a bay leaf, one without. Tell me if you can tell a difference.
Well.... What happens?
Posted on 3/29/15 at 5:20 pm to 4LSU2
A whole lot of deliciousness. I always put a bay leaf in with my rice, but that's the only thing I use it for. I don't really notice a difference in any other dish.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 5:28 pm to oldcharlie8
I use them often. I like the flavor. Never tried them while cooking rice but I will soon.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 6:56 pm to oldcharlie8
They are too expensive at the store, but I love the flavor. So I just grew my own tree, the fresh leaves are night and day better than the store bought bay. A tree costs about $20, which pays itself off quick if you use them a lot.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 7:22 pm to Bear Is Dead
You have to add a bunch of the dried ones to dishes to notice, like 6-7 per gallon. It definitely makes a difference.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 7:55 pm to 4LSU2
I don't cook rice with them all the time but it does impart a nice flavor. He asked what do they do to a dish. I was giving a way of seeing for himself that he could try.
Posted on 3/29/15 at 8:08 pm to oldcharlie8
I love their flavor but only used dried. Thought that's just what you do. 
I'll use fresh now since I have a bush in the back.
I'll use fresh now since I have a bush in the back. 
Posted on 3/29/15 at 8:09 pm to Trout Bandit
Tell me more about these bay leaf trees .
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