Bouquet Garni or Sachet
The specific ingredients for a bouquet garni or sachet are flexible and primarily serve as a convenient way to infuse flavor into soups, stews, or dishes.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 -3 dark green outer leek leaves (about 6-7 inches long) washed
- 3 thyme sprigs
- 2 bay leaves dried or fresh
- ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns
Instructions
- To make a bouquet garni, start by laying out a green leek leaf. Then, place your chosen herbs and peppercorns on top, using the remaining leek leaves to form a circular bundle. Securely tie the bundle with kitchen twine at least three times. If making soup, this method is ideal for when you plan to strain the stock or liquid afterward.
- To make a sachet, take an 8-inch square of cheesecloth, wrap your ingredients inside, and tie the bundle with kitchen twine. This approach is perfect for situations where the stock or liquid will not be strained in a soup.
