Basil: Sweet, warm, and aromatic. Belonging to the mint family this herb is one of the most widely used. Although sweet basil (or Italian basil) is more common, Thai basil also has a distinct flavor. Use with meats, seafood, and vegetables. Great for tomato sauces, pesto, and vinaigrettes. Sweet basil complements the flavor of tomatoes very well. Basil has a strong and delicious flavor, especially in sauces like pesto.
Oregano: Savory and earthy. Use in Italian dishes, soups or sauces, meat stews, and in bean dishes. Oregano is a basic ingredient in Italian and Mexican cooking. It complements the flavor of tomatoes in pizza and soups.
Rosemary: Strong and fragrant. This herb belongs to the mint family. Uses: Stuffings, roasted dishes such as lamb, pork, beef, poultry, and wild game. Place a few leaves on top of roasts or baked chicken and potatoes.
Thyme: Fragrant and fresh tasting. Thyme complements other herbs, such as rosemary and oregano. Use with chicken, meat, seafood and hearty vegetable stews/soups. It is a key herb used to make Cajun gumbo.
Recipe one
These fresh herbs mixed will add traditional Italian flavor to pasta sauces, stir-fried veggies and soups. It will make a tasty dip by adding to mashed chickpeas or Greek yogurt.
•1/2 cup oregano
•1/2 cup basil
•1/4 cup marjoram
•1/4 cup thyme
•1/4 cup rosemary
Recipe two
Italian Seasoning—makes about1½ cups
½ cup dried oregano
½ cup dried basil
¼ cup dried parsley
1 tablespoon fennel seeds, crushed
2 tablespoons dried sage
1 tablespoon hot red pepper flakes
Italian herbs
