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with Ian Hemphill
Did you know that the ancient Greeks
made poultices from the leaves of oregano and used them to treat sores and
aching muscles?
What’s more, traditional Chinese doctors have used oregano
for centuries to relieve fever, vomiting, jaundice and itchy skin.
To this day, in
So what else do you do with it other
than grow it in the herb garden? 
So in medieval kitchens they had
dried herbs hanging up around the stove, but not for decoration, but to use in
their cooking.
A most versatile herb it almost
goes with anything.
Instead of garlic breath, spread
some oregano, dried or fresh and make herb bread or herb butter instead using
oregano.
Oregano of course goes with strong
flavoured rich or fatty meats and carbohydrates,
