Harvest and preserving Stevia

Stevia in the Kitchen Flavor and aroma: Stevia leaves have a sugary taste. They are 30 to 40 times sweeter than granulated sugar and have almost no calories. Leaves: Leaves can be used fresh or dry to sweeten beverages, cereals, fruits, salad dressing, yogurt, and most creamy desserts. One-eighth teaspoon of dried stevia leaves equals 1 teaspoon of sugar Cooking: Stevia can withstand cooking; it will not caramelize like sugar. Diet note: Diabetics and dieters use stevia to reduce their sugar intake.