OREGANO

Oregano is a low growing hebaceous plant with aromatic leaves, often used for flavouring dishes. Though best known for its characteristic use on pizzas, oragano is used in varous traditions of herbal medicines, and it graces many an herb garden where its strong aroma keeps away insect pasts. Dried oregano is a common preparation of the herb, with a strong flavour than the fresh leaves.  2) Oragano also works well in Mexicon salsas and bean dishes. The herb pairs excellently with tomatoes, garlic and parsley. Used as pesto together with groundnut, oragano is excellent for flavouring fish, poultry or beef as well as hearty vegetable like egg plant, squash or corn. Add it to ratatouille, the Provencial dish, to set off the medley of vegetables. You can can also add oregaon to stews and braised beef dishes to add depth of flavour. Wait until the final minutes of cooking to add the oregano to keep flavour fresh.