Thyme

A small leafed herb that is very popular in French cooking, it has a strong, somewhat minty flavor. Crush in the palm of your hand to release its flavor before using in combination with other herbs, like rosemary, parsley, and oregano. Although mainly associated with Italian cooking, the pungent aromatic flavor of thyme is used in cuisines around the world and can be used to season poultry, lamb, seafood and vegetables. It is widely used in Mediterranean countries to flavor stews and meat sauces.