Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
- Name: Thyme
- Latin name: Thymus vulgaris
- Harvest area: Southern europe
- Harvest period: may - september - october - november
- Properties:
- - Source of vitamins B6 and B9, phosphorus and zinc
- High in vitamins C and B2, potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, copper and manganese
Description:
The legend wants that thyme was born from the tears of the beautiful Helene, the heroine of the Iliade.
Egyptians and Etruscans used thyme to embalm the dead.
Greeks used it to perfume the altars of their gods as well as the water of their baths.
Thyme is cultivated in Western and Southern Europe.
The harvest takes place in April just before the flowering.
One of the most important herbs de Provence, thyme gives a festive feel to all dishes.
It is indispensable in a bouquet garni.
It is delicious in mouton and pork sauces, stews, daubes and fatty meats.
In small quantities, adds flavour to fresh fruit desserts.