Thyme

Thyme, known by its other name thymus, is a perennial shrub from the Lamiaceae family that is used as a spice plant. It is a unique spice with a wonderful flavor that despite its strong taste does not mask or hide the taste of other herbs and spices. Thyme is a rich source of iron and is used widely in cooking, seasoning meat, chicken, potatoes and various types of oven-baked vegetables. It is also being used to enrich soup powders, enriched rice dishes and quick-cooking “hot-dish” style products etc. Due to its properties, thyme is used as an ingredient in the “Herb De Provence” blend, a popular blend very common in French cuisine.