Thyme
Thyme
There are actually over 100 varieties of thyme, but only 2 that are used in the kitchen: Garden thyme and lemon thyme. Garden thyme has a woodsy, pungent aroma, while lemon thyme, when crushed, has a distinct lemony smell. Leaves and sprigs are used in salads as garnishes, and in soups, chowders, and in many Cajun and French dishes.
It works well with almost any dish, meat or vegetable. It has a faint “green” taste with a bit of a clove aftertaste.
