Did you know that dill was used by Hippocrates as an application on burns suffered by soldiers in ancient Rome? Dill is not just used for pickling or as an added herb to certain dishes, but has medicinal qualities as well.
The green dill leaves have a sweet aroma and taste. When dried, the [...]

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Native to the Mediterranean region, marjoram grows primarily in Sicily, and one of its cities, Marjoram, is named after it. The residents of Marjoram hold the belief that marjoram had the power to banish sorrow. In addition, marjoram has sacred associations in the Hindu religion and was found to be of considerable use in the [...]

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Just take a look in kitchen cabinet and you’ll probably find a bottle of thyme.  Or, you may have your own herb garden filled with herbs including thyme. Used for centuries, thyme traditionally flavors stews and is mixed in with roasted vegetables. It is a widely used and a popular herb. It is easy to [...]

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Derived from the Latin meaning sea dew, rosemary is a small evergreen shrub. With needle-like leaves that are dark green, rosemary is notable for its use in a variety of dishes.  The leaf of the plant, however, is used for medicinal purposes.  Here are some healthful advantages in using this herb.
Rosemary may improve memory, relieve [...]

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Certainly, if you have been watching the Food Channel, you no doubt have seen chefs use garlic in abundance. Let’s explore garlic; its history and health benefits.
Garlic is a member of the lily family and, as a dried root, is native to central Asia. However it should be interesting to note it was widely used [...]

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