herbs

plural of herb
as in spices
a plant or a part of a plant that is used as medicine or to give flavor to food a dish seasoned with chopped fresh herbs rosemary, sage, and other herbs

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Recent Examples of herbs At their most basic, the flatbreads are topped with za’atar, a blend of Mediterranean herbs and sesame seeds, plus fresh tomatoes, cucumber and mint. Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026 To maximize flavor in low-salt foods prepared at home, try experimenting with different spices and herbs. Minakshi Raj, The Conversation, 24 July 2026 Rosemary is one of the most rewarding herbs for home gardeners. Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 23 July 2026 Chiggers avoid strongly scented flowers and herbs like marigolds, lavender, mints, sage and garlic. Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 22 July 2026 Make smart ordering choices​‌ The parasite is often spread through fruits, vegetables, herbs and bagged salad mixes that are eaten raw. Jason St. Angelo, USA Today, 22 July 2026 Be especially generous with the parsley, mint and other fresh herbs; the couscous readily absorbs their flavors, ensuring that every forkful is fragrant, lively and refreshing. Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 21 July 2026 This also includes herbs and spices, so using them more often in cooking can give you an extra boost of anti-inflammatory nutrients. Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 21 July 2026 Past outbreaks have been tied to contaminated vegetables, herbs and fruits such as spinach, berries and basil. Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 17 July 2026
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spices
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  • Apart from the abundant trade of silk and spices, the Silk Road facilitated the transfer of technologies and philosophies and the interaction of Indian and Chinese peoples.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 July 2026
  • The margaritas here, made with top-shelf tequilas and infusions of unique fruits and spices, are much better than the frozen swill served in the general Mexico Pavilion.
    Laura Ratliff, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 July 2026

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