Botanical name - Thymus vulgaris
Country of Origin - Spain
Thyme can be used with nearly all the meats, including seafood and shellfish. It can also be used to flavour egg dishes, casseroles and soups. Dried thyme is a great addition to pizza toppings. However, despite thyme symbolising bravery, it should be used with a little caution as it can dominate. Nonetheless, contrary to conventional wisdom, I sometimes mix the dried herb with other dried herbs such as rosemary and oregano to add to a variety of savoury dishes and it seems to work.
Thyme is also said to aid the digestion of fats so it makes a good accompaniment to dishes that use a lot of butter or fat.