[header] How to store fresh rosemary [title] Wash your rosemary. [step] Rinse the sprigs in cool water and lay them on a paper towel to dry. Use a salad spinner if you have one. 
Otherwise, simply pat them thoroughly with a second paper towel. [substeps] Excess water will cause the rosemary to get slimy when you store it, so make sure your sprigs are totally dry.