Freeze Fresh Herbs in Olive Oil Cubes

The Problem

Fresh herbs cost $3-4 per bunch and go bad within a week. You use a tablespoon and the rest rots.

The Hack

Finely chop herbs — basil, cilantro, rosemary. Pack each ice cube compartment 2/3 full, pour olive oil over. Freeze overnight, pop into labeled freezer bags.

Why It Works

Olive oil protects herbs from freezer burn and oxidation while preserving flavor and color. Toss a cube into any hot pan for instant fresh herb flavor.

Pro Tips

• Label bags with herb type and date — they look identical frozen
• Use butter instead of oil for herbs you'll use on pasta or bread
• One cube = roughly 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs
• Herb cubes last 3-6 months without losing flavor