Organic Thyme

Popular recipe ingredient: aromatic, spicy Organic Thyme with a hint of bitterness. Thyme (Thymus) is a genus of plants in the Labiate family (Lamiaceae). Thyme comes in a range of species and varieties. Some of these have been used as medicinal plants and herbs for many centuries. In cooking, mainly common thyme (thymus vulgaris) is used. Along with basil and rosemary, thyme is one of the most popular herbs in Mediterranean cuisine. Its wonderful, aromatic, spicy aroma with a hint of bitterness lends a certain something to a range of dishes.