Cooking with Herbs

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Bay leaves (Sweet Bay or Sweet Laurel) originate in Asia but are well adapted to the Mediterranean where they grow profusely. They are commonly used in English and French cooking in a variety of ...

Borage is a traditional herb used as a diuretic, diaphoretic, and anti-inflammatory. It was also thought to relieve symptoms of melancholy. Borage is a native of the Mediterranean but is well adapted ...

The calendula herb is also known as pot marigold. This bright flowering herb is common in gardens and allotments and has many versatile uses both in the kitchen and garden. Its blossoms range in ...

Chives are useful to have growing near the kitchen. They are delicious and versatile with a mild onion flavour. Chives can be chopped up and added to salads and a variety of potato dishes including ...

Coriander has been used in cooking for centuries. The leaves seeds and even roots can be used, and have independent flavours and uses. Coriander seeds and leaves have a mild lemony flavour. The ...

Dill is a popular herb to use in cooking and is particularly good for flavouring fish dishes. The seeds, flowers and leaves are all used extensively in cooking; the seeds and flowers are used in ...

The horseradish we use in cooking is actually the root of the horseradish plant. It resembles the parsnip and is fiery and sharp in flavour. Horseradish has been a popular accompaniment to dishes ...

Lavender is a wonderfully versatile herb in the kitchen. It is becoming increasingly popular as an addition to all manner of dishes including biscuits and desserts and as a garnish. It is said that ...

Lemon balm is a native of temperate Southern Europe but has naturalised all over the world. It is a vigorous grower and will happily romp away in a sunny well-drained garden. The herb is rarely ...

Marjoram is sometimes referred to as the ‘meat herb’; it works fantastically with a wide range of meats both roasted and cooked in stews. But marjoram also works well as an accompaniment to many ...

Mint is a delicious tasting herb that is used for a variety of dishes. It is traditionally made into a mint sauce to be used as an accompaniment to roast lamb. Its leaves may also be used fresh and ...

The herb oregano is a native of the Mediterranean region where it grows abundantly. Its Latin name, Origanum vulgare, means "joy of the mountains" (where it is often found growing). Oregano is well ...

Parsley is a commonly used herb in the UK as both an ingredient in cooking (such as in a parsley sauce) and also as a garnish for a number of different dishes. Parsley has a delicious fresh flavour ...

Rosemary is a native of the Mediterranean but is well suited to the British climate and is commonly used in British cooking adding a zing to roast meats and vegetables. Rosemary is incredibly ...

Sage is a versatile herb and it works well with other herbs in the kitchen such as thyme, rosemary and basil. It is commonly used in stuffing mixtures for roast poultry such as chicken, and game, but ...

Thyme is a native herb of the Mediterranean region but has naturalised well in the UK and will grow happily in a sunny position. Thyme has antiseptic properties and has been used in a number of ...

Cardamom is used widely, either whole or ground, in Indian cooking in everything from curries to desserts. It's a prime ingredient in garam masala and halwa, and is popular with bread-makers and ...