Oregano

Oregano is the perfect addition to tomato based dishes such as marinara or pizza sauce. This herb also pairs well with olive oil and can be included in spice, rubs, and marinades. Every home kitchen could use oregano and bulk dried oregano is essential for restaurants.

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The Ancient Greeks called the herb “brilliant joy of the mountain,” and believed cows who grazed on oregano had better tasting meat.

Repeated intake of oregano at higher doses may cause mild side effects, such as an upset stomach. Additionally, refrain from consuming oregano if you have allergies to other plants such as basil, mint, lavender and sage.

Oregano is a perennial herb that belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean, western Asia and has been naturalized in Mexico and the United States.

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