On 2021-04-13 8:20 a.m., Gary wrote:
> Michael Trew wrote:
>> I never end up throwing out spices... I have a 60+ year old jar of
>> paprika that my grandmother had in her house, for instance...* double or
>> triple it, and it still suits the need... lol
>
> True. Dried herbs and spices can lose potency over the years, just add
> more.
>

It doesn't work that way. You may need more to provide the basic taste
of the herb or spice, but there are nuances that are lost entirely.