Fresh thyme wilts faster than your motivation on Monday morning. To keep it alive, wrap it in a slightly damp paper towel and stick it in the fridge’s veggie drawer. It’ll last a week.
Better yet, freeze the whole sprigs on a baking sheet, then toss them into a ziplock bag. Thyme freezes like a champ—it gets floppy but keeps all its flavor. Your future soup self will thank you.
The Dried Thyme Dust Nightmare
Dried thyme eventually turns into dust, and dust is sad. Buy it in small bottles, and if it smells like nothing, toss it. Fresh dried thyme should slap your nose with piney, peppery vibes.