herbes de Provence
[ EHRB duh proh-VAWNS ]
An assortment of dried
HERBS said to reflect those most commonly used in southern France. The blend can be found packed in tiny clay crocks in the spice section of large supermarkets. The mixture commonly contains
BASIL,
FENNEL seed,
LAVENDER,
MARJORAM,
ROSEMARY,
SAGE, summer
SAVORY and
THYME. The blend can be used to season dishes of meat, poultry and vegetables. See also
HERBS.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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