Basic spice
Bay leaf
dried
The dried bay leaf has a very pleasant taste and a spicy-bitter smell. Most of the bitter taste is removed during drying.
weight: 110 gDo you know, that…
For the Romans, the bay leaf was a symbol of wisdom and glory. Olympic winners were crowned with bay leaves. After the battle, Roman soldiers wiped their swords with bay leaves. It has also been used against various diseases for centuries.
How to use
Bay leaves are most often used for marinades for meat, game, herring and vegetables. It is also used to decorate stews, soups and sauces.