An Infusion

The principles are the same as making ‘real’ tea and apply equally to fresh or dried herbs. Although the measures given are for dried herbs unless otherwise stated, fresh can be substituted - simply double the quantity, infusing two teaspoons of fresh for one of dried. How much of a herb you will need depends on the quality of herb you are using and on the strength of infusion you need. Generally, though, a tablespoon of dried herbs to 0.6 litre (1 pint) or a heaped teaspoon to a cupful of water gives the right dose.