Dried Thyme

NUTRITION
Low in: Sodium
Even lower in: Cholesterol
Good source of: Vitamin E, Thiamin, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper.
Even better source of: Dietary Fibre, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Manganese.
 
COOKING
Fresh to Dried Ratio: When replacing fresh with dried thyme; one teaspoon of dried leaves is equal to one tablespoon of chopped fresh thyme.
Fresh thyme will last for about 2 weeks in the refrigerator whereas dried thyme is more convenient as it can be stored in a cool, dark place for up to 3 years and still give you a flavourful taste for almost any dish.
With over 300 thyme varieties, all have been prized for their fragrance, flavour and ornamental habitat.
This powerful herb is easily and readily available and has been used in preparation of teas, sauces, marinades, stuffing or for a simple garnish.
 
FACTS
Dried thyme derived from the plant Thymus vulgaris; a small, woody-based perennial of the mint family Lamiaceae.
The plant produces flowers that are very attracted to honey bees.
This herb has been cultivated for centuries and is not the same herb you see in today’s markets.
Today the plant is common throughout North America, but it originated in the southern Mediterranean and other neighbouring countries.
 
HEALTH
This herb has been shown to have a wide range of medicinal properties for skin problems, lowering blood pressure, boosts immunity, contains antioxidants that aids in digestion and many other health problems.
Thyme is often combined with other herbs and natural elements to produce herbal medicines and essential oils used in aromatherapy, perfumery, soaps, toothpastes and medicines.