Bay leaves

Bay tree is the popular name for “laurel tree”, a Mediterranean forest wood with large and green leaves, covered with bumps that secrete odorous essential oil and give the tree its special odor. Dried tree leaves are used as a seasoning and are called bay leaves. Bay leaves are used as unique and aromatic ingredient in seasoning blends in many countries and are used for pickling and preserving pickled vegetables, vinegar, olives, pickled fish, cucumbers and meat. Many cuisines use bay leaves for seasoning meat and fish dishes, soups, sauces and vegetables. Bay leaves are also suitable for different types of seasoning blends.