"Steph G.B" > wrote in message
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> Hi!
>
> winter is coming, and i finally decided the spices i had on my balcony had
> had enough.. the Purple basil died a while ago, but the other ones (Garlic
> Chives, oregano, thyme) are all fine..
>
> What is the best thing to do? freeze them? dry them? it's my first year
> with spices, i have no idea what to do 
>
> thanks
>
I have dried herbs in the microwave before and they seemed to be okay.