Honestly the real hero is the tiny sewing kit. A few clear threads can save a drooping neckline or a popped button way faster than anything else.

Have you tried just using a small handful of the tops, @faithgonzalez? I find using too many does make things bitter, but a few stems add a nice herby note to stock. It's a simple trick that really cuts down on waste.

Feel your pain on that one.