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Definition of thyme
1 : any of a genus (Thymus) of Eurasian mints with small pungent aromatic leaves; especially : a Mediterranean garden herb (T. vulgaris)
2 : thyme leaves used as a seasoning
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Stop machine and settle in the bowl 2 cups fresh basil leaves and flowers (or better yet, 1 1/2 cups basil leaves plus 1/2 cup mixed fresh parsley, oregano and thyme leaves).
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Herbs such as thyme, basil and chives can be added to the dressing if desired.
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In the agricultural commuities of the north, a shepherd may offer homemade cheese or citrus fruit from his farm, or bread baked fresh in a taboun (clay oven) and topped with za’aatar—a Jordanian spice blend of salt, pepper, thyme and sesame seeds.
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Simply put the lentils in 2 shallow serving bowls, top with the peach segments with the chevre and thyme, and serve.
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Add some sea salt and pepper and a little olive oil, top with thyme sprigs, and cook until slightly soft, about 20 minutes.
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The spring-green legumes were addictive with chunks of bacon, nutmeg and thyme.
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Grilled onions with mayonnaise flavored with sherry vinegar and fresh thyme.
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Reduce oven temperature to 250°. Toss tomatoes, thyme, and garlic with 1 Tbsp.
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Origin and Etymology of thyme
Middle English, from Anglo-French time, thime, from Latin thymum, from Greek thymon, probably from thyein to make a burnt offering, sacrifice; akin to Latin fumus smoke — more at fume
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: a sweet-smelling herb with small leaves that is used in cooking
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: a mint with tiny fragrant leaves used especially in cooking
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See words that rhyme with thyme Spanish Central: Translation of thyme Nglish: Translation of thyme for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about thyme
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