Cook with Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm or Balm (Melissa officinalis) leaves have a delicate flavour, similar to lemon and mint. Its fresh leaves are used for teas, ice-creams, jellys but also salads and soups, aromatic oils and vinegars.



Some lemon balm recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Corn Salad with Thai Basil

Baked Broad Beans with Balm

Botargo Spaghetti with Balm Leaves

Herbal vinegar

Mint & herbs tea

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Lemon Balm recipes from the blogworld:

Broad bean mash with Lemon Balm recipe from The Cottage Smallholder

Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Balm Vinaigrette from The Crispy Cook

Lemon Balm and Verbena Mojito from Whisk: a food blog

Lemon Balm Iced Tea from Living in the Kitchen with Puppies

Strawberry Lemon Balm Syrup from Cafe Lynnylu

Cook with Bay

Bay (Laurus nobilis) leaves are used in many cooked dishes, like stews, sauces and soups.
They should be dried, and used only after a few weeks.
It's a classic ingredient of the bouquet garni.



Some bay recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Sun dried tomatoes

Tuna and Sweet Pepper Pasta with Herbes de Provence

Pepper Casserole with Red Rice and Pasilla Bajio

Bay recipes from all over the world on 'Il Meglio in Cucina - Best Cuisine'

Cajun: Jambalaya

Greece: Moussaka

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Bay recipes from the blogworld:

Cannellini Bean Puree from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

French Onion Soup from Simply Recipes

Fried egg curry from Blazing Hot Wok

Mushroom Barley Soup with Ham and Leeks from Kalyn's Kitchen

Peach and tapioca pudding from
Sunita's World

Potato Goulash from Experiments,Emotions,Experiences with food

Spaghetti with Chocolate Sauce from One Hot Stove

Cook with Thyme

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is used fresh or dried in Mediterranean and Arab cuisine. Is often used with meats, fish, cheese and eggs, in stews and soups.
It is a classic ingredient of the french bouquet garni, and of other herbs mixtures all over the world.



Wild Thyme (Thymus serpyllum) has thicker leaves and a stronger aroma than regular thyme.

Lemon Thyme (Thymus citriodorus) is a Thyme species with a delicate lemon aroma. It goes on chicken, eggs and fresh fruit.



Some thyme recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Herbal Cream Cheese

Mozzarella Salad with Herbs

Tuna and Sweet Pepper Pasta with Herbes de Provence

Pasta with Asparagus and Aromatic Herbs

Rice Omelet with Thyme

Pepper Casserole with Red Rice and Pasilla Bajio

Dukkah

Three Cheese Sauces from Ancient Rome

Herbal vinegar

A pasta recipe: Tuna Fettuccine Pasta on 'Il Meglio in Cucina - Best Cuisine'

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Thyme recipes from the blogworld:

Blueberry Peach Fruit Salad with Thyme from Simply Recipes

Brown and Wild Rice with Pine Nuts and Thyme from Kalyn's Kitchen

Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Gratin with Manchego Cheese from Pynch my Salt

Farro with Mushrooms, Balsamic Vinegar, and Thyme from Kalyn's Kitchen

Gnocchi with Thyme Vinaigrette and Lemon Cashew Cream from VeganYumYum

Green Beans with Almonds and Thyme from Simply Recipes

Lemon and Thyme Artichokes from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

Lemon Thyme Sorbet from Andrea's Recipes

Peach Gnocchi with Thyme from 101 Cookbooks

Potato Pizza with Fresh Rosemary, Thyme and Mozzarella from Culinary in the Desert

Puy lentil, portobello mushrooms and thyme from Allotment 2 Kitchen

Roasted Vegetable Chowder from Karina's Kitchen

Spicy Sausage and Mushroom Pappardelle with Fresh Thyme from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

Sweet Potato Biscuits with Bacon and Thyme from Pynch my Salt

Thyme-scented turkey loaf with mushroom gravy from Bewitching Kitchen

Cook with Marjoram

Marjoram leaves are similar to oregano, but with a sweeter, spiced aroma.
They can be used fresh or dried, in salads, meat dishes, cheese, pasta or soups.



Some marjoram recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Herbal Cream Cheese

Ciabatta with Marjoram Omelette

Four Cheeses Pasta with Marjoram

Gnocchi with Bacon and Marjoram

Asparagus Soup with Marjoram

Potato Croquettes with Speck Ham and Marjoram

Crepes with mushrooms and marjoram

Aromatic Herbs Cheese


A pizza recipe: Pizza with Walnuts Sauce on 'Il Meglio in Cucina - Best Cuisine'

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Marjoram recipes from the blogworld:

Artichokes with Sundried Tomato and Marjoram Stuffing from VeganYumYum

Honey Marjoram Chicken from Hey what's for dinner Mom?

Marjoram and Cheese Loaf from Weekend Breakfast

Marjoram-scented cornbread from LittleMissGoldenblog

Stewed Onions with Marjoram from Serious Eats

Sundried Tomato Marjoram Cauliflower Pesto from The Food in my Beard

Cook with Basil

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) leaves has a warm and spiced flavour and are used fresh, mainly in Mediterranean cuisine.
It's the main ingredient of the Italian Pesto, and it's used in vinegars, salads, tomato dishes and pasta.
Basil loose aroma when dried, but can be stored minced and freezed.



Some basil recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Hot Couscous Salad

Tuna and Sweet Pepper Pasta with Herbes de Provence

Italian 'Pasta alla Norma'

Gnocchi with Pesto and Peppers

Fiery Pasta with Mushrooms

Broken Pizza

Basil and Zucchini Tortellini Pasta

Aromatic Herbs Cheese


Basil recipes from all over the world on 'Il Meglio in Cucina - Best Cuisine'

Egypt: Hummus (Chickpeas Puree)

Italy: Pesto Sauce

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Basil recipes from the blogworld:

Basil Chicken in Coconut Curry Sauce from Simply Recipes

Basil Lemonade from Trinigourmet

Basil-Parmesan Biscuits from Culinary in the Desert

Beef Stew With Star Anise And Basil from Seasaltwithfood

Broiled Tilapia with Basil Pesto from Mele Cotte

Bulghur Pilaf with Basil Pistou and Baked Cauliflower Bhujias from Holy Cow!

Chicken Salad with Basil and Parmesan from Kalyn's Kitchen

Creamy Zucchini and Basil Penne from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

Shrimp Scampi with Basil and Tomatoes from Living in the Kitchen with Puppies

Spinach and Basil Lasagna from Andrea's Recipes

Strawberry and Basil Summer Cocktail from Living in the Kitchen with Puppies

Summer Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese, Basil Vinaigrette, and Fresh Herbs from Kalyn's Kitchen

Sundried Tomato and Basil Couscous with Aceto Balsamico from VeganYumYum


Watermelon and Basil Smoothie from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

Cook with Oregano

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is widely used in Mediterranean cuisine, and is often associated with pizza.
It has a warm, strong aroma, and it's used mainly as a dried herb.
It's used in mexican cuisine, also perfect for tomato dishes, and it can be an ingredient of the bouquet garni.



Similar to oregano, Greek oregano has a stronger aroma and white, smaller flowers.



Some oregano recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Grilled Sword Fish with Herbs

Vegetarian 'Pizza Capricciosa'

Piri Piri Pepper Cheese Sauce

Green Purslane Salad

Three Cheese Sauces from Ancient Rome

Herbal vinegar

Aromatic Herbs Cheese

Another pizza recipe: Quick Pizza on 'Il Meglio in Cucina - Best Cuisine'

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Oregano recipes from the blogworld:

Cabbage Salad with Lime and Fresh Oregano from Gluten-Free Bay

Chicken Soup with Garbanzos and Oregano from Kalyn's Kitchen

Greek-Seasoned Grilled Pork Chops with Lemon and Oregano from Kalyn's Kitchen

Grilled Tomato & Oregano Fougasses from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

Herb Focaccia from Living in the Kitchen with Puppies

Italian Meatball Burgers from Culinary in the Desert

Oregano Ravioli from Living in the Kitchen with Puppies

Cook with Mint

Mint (Mentha sp.) leaves are used fresh or dried in teas, cakes, jellys. Their fresh aroma is also perfect with lamb or soups, in sauces, aromatic vinegars, vegetables.



White Mint (Mentha piperita) has a stronger mint aroma. It's used in teas mixtures, drinks and with fresh fruits or vegetables.



Some mint recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Herbal Cream Cheese

Kathal (Jackfruit) Kebabs

Kamut Soup with Coriander and Mint

Aubergines Salad with White Mint

Moroccan Cucumber and Mint Salad

Broad Beans Soup with Mint

Carrot and Mint Cake

Potato Balls with herbs

Fruit and mint milkshake

Herbal vinegar

Mint & herbs tea

Coconut, chocolate and mint cake


Mint recipes from all over the world on 'Il Meglio in Cucina - Best Cuisine'

Greece: Onion Fritters (Keftedes)

India: Pudina Chutney (Mint Chutney)

Arabia: Mint Tabuleh

Tunisia: Mint Tea

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Mint recipes from the blogworld:

Cannellini Beans in Mint Marinade from Kalyn's Kitchen

Chocolate Mint Cupcakes from Simply Recipes

Courgette, Baby carrots and mint flan from Allotment 2 Kitchen

Fusilli with Zucchini, Mint and Cream from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

Lime Quinoa Salad with Fresh Mint from Karina's Kitchen

Mint Biryani With Roasted Mushrooms from Holy Cow!

Mint Jelly from Simply Recipes

Minty Babies from Sunita's World

Minty Eggplant Masala from Holy Cow!

Moro Leek and Yoghurt Soup with Dried Mint from 101 Cookbooks

Orzo Salad With Lemon, Mint, And Ricotta Salata from Seasaltwithfood

Roasted Summer Squash Recipe with Lemon and Mint from Kalyn's Kitchen

Salmon with Lemon and Mint from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

Strawberries and Fresh Mozzarella with Mint Drizzle from Mele Cotte

Cook with Dill

Dill (Anethum graveolens) is used in many traditional dishes from North and Central Europe.
Dill leaves are used raw in pickles, sauces and salads. They can be dried, but they will loose soon their aroma.
Dill seeds are used green or dried as a spice, they're pungent and similar to caraway seeds. They can be used in pickles, aromatic vinegar, fish and potatoes.



Some dill recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Herbal vinegar

Aromatic spring risotto

Potato rosti with dill

A Bulgarian recipe: Tarator on 'Il Meglio in Cucina - Best Cuisine'

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Dill recipes from the blogworld:

Apricot Poppy Chicken with Dill Potatoes from Culinary in the Desert

Carrot Dill Pasta from Living in the Kitchen with Puppies

Carrot, Dill & White Bean Salad from 101 Cookbooks

Dill Biscuits with Smoked Salmon, Watercress and a Creamy Dill Spread from Closet Cooking

Dill Bread from Smittenkitchen

Dill & Cheddar Beer Bread from Farmgirl Fare

Fusilli with Dill-Artichoke Pesto from Holy Cow!

Leftover Salmon Salad Recipe with Yogurt and Dill from Kalyn's Kitchen

Lemon Roasted Cauliflower with Dill from Gluten-Free Bay

Mozzarella, Tomato, & Dill Pesto Panini from Mele Cotte

Seasoned Swordish with Cucumber Dill Sauce and Roasted Cauliflower from Mele Cotte

Smoked Salmon, Dill, and Goat Cheese Quiche from Simply Recipes

Sweet-Aloo Paratha with Dill-Flavored Cabbage Subzi from Holy Cow!

Cook with Calamint

Strongly aromatic, calamint (Calamintha officinalis) leaves are used raw or cooked in many mediterranean dishes. The small white flowers can garnish salads.
Calamint can be dryed and stored in jars.


Some calamint recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Bruschetta and Roasted Chilies with Calamint Sauce

Pasta with Asparagus and Aromatic Herbs

Mushroom Risotto with Calamint

Herbal vinegar

Green Tagliatelle Pasta

Mint & herbs tea

Cook with Coriander (Cilantro)

Coriander or Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) leaves looks similar to parsley, but they have a completely different flavour: strong and lemon-like. They are used raw in oriental cuisine.
Coriander seeds are used as a spice in pickles, ratatouille, curries and spice mixtures.
Coriander stems are used in soups, and its roots are an ingredient of oriental curries.



You can find coriander recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Kathal (Jackfruit) Kebabs

Kamut Soup with Coriander and Mint

Mediterranean Chicken Kebabs

Thai Prawn Toasts with Coriander

Coriander Pakora

Cauliflower Curry with Coriander

Pepper Casserole with Red Rice and Pasilla Bajio

Potatoes Thai Curry

Thai Curry Paste

Dukkah

Three Cheese Sauces from Ancient Rome

Potato Balls with herbs

Aromatic spring risotto


Coriander recipes from all over the world on 'Il Meglio in Cucina - Best Cuisine'

Mexico: Chili

China: Bamboo Sprouts Soup

India: Indian Yoghurt Sauce

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Coriander recipes from the blogworld:

Carrot Soup from Fun and Food Blog

Chick Peas, Ginger, and Coriander Soup from Pinch My Salt

Chicken With Roasted Coriander In A Coconut Curry Sauce from Seasaltwithfood

Cilantro Lime Hummus from Two Peas and Their Pod

Cilantro Pesto from Simply Recipes

Coriander Rosti from One Hot Stove

Curried Lentil Soup with Cilantro from Kalyn's Kitchen

Gold Beetroot and coriander pakoras from Allotment 2 Kitchen

Grilled corn with spicy cilantro butter from TastyCurryLeaf

Mint-Cilantro Chicken Curry from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

Seekh kebabs with herby yogurt dip from Sunita's World

Spicy Cilantro-Peanut Slaw from Kalyn's Kitchen

Steamed Broccoli with Creamy Cilantro Lemon Dipping Sauce from Pinch My Salt

Stir-fried Shrimp with Garlic and Cilantro Roots from Blazing Hot Wok