McCormick Culinary Whole Bay Leaves, 2 oz

Excellent product. Very large, fragrant leaves. I bought to place leaves in flour and grain containers to prevent bugs but will be using in my cooking, too.

The time is coming up fast for summer pickle, canning and other kinds of preserving. These bay leaves are simply wonderful. Naturally, I use them for other things like soups and stews and they are great there as well. But for me they really shine in all sorts of pickles and brine. Excellent quality (mostly unbroken which I personally prefer), very generous package and fair price. Even though I cook a lot these last me a year or longer. I always make sure I have these in my pantry.

By far the best value! Leaf sizes are huge... smells amazing... wasn't to dry and the quality and color stayed amazing after being out for a year.

Took a chance and ordered these McCormick Culinary Bay Leaves, after my local stores had none in stock for couple weeks… and I’m so glad I did! I’ve been using a minimum of 4-6 Bay Leaves per week for a couple months, and yet the bottle is still packed full. They were totally worth the price paid. The leaves are exceptionally good quality. Nice green color, no bad spots or black spotting. Their fragrance & flavor is notable in every recipe I’ve used them in. Best of all, I do not have to dig through the jar to find enough broken pieces, because every leaf is whole!

Initially, I was a bit skeptical about the difference a brand could make when it comes to something as simple as bay leaves. However, I must say, McCormick's bay leaves have genuinely surprised me. The leaves themselves are whole and not broken into pieces, which I appreciate because it maintains the flavor better. There's a noticeable freshness to them, even though they are dried. This is evident not just in their appearance but also in their aroma, which is robust and inviting. I've used these bay leaves in a variety of dishes, but my favorite has to be when I use them in my hotpot. The subtle, yet distinct flavor they add is just remarkable. Unlike some other spices, bay leaves don't dominate the dish. Instead, they offer a background note that complements the other ingredients beautifully. In my hotpot, they balance the richness of the broth and the variety of meats and vegetables, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. As for the packaging, it's quite standard but functional. The container is easy to open and close, and it keeps the leaves well-protected. I also appreciate the size of the container. With 2 ounces, it's more than enough for several cooking sessions, but not so much that it loses its potency before I can use it all.

Excellent McCormick Whole Bay Leaves. Fresh and perfect! What more can we expect from McCormick Spices? Great value.

Must have in any Italian kitchen. This is a big container so if you only use them occasionally, you may want a smaller size. We use them weekly, and this is perfect for us. I keep the big container in my pantry and refill a smaller jar that I keep in my kitchen. They are whole dried leaves not broken pieces.

Goods match the description. Fast dispatch and delivery. I recommend this seller.

Not fresh leaves. Dried leaves only good to use after grinding and then adding to cooked meals.