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Thyme is a an ingredient in many different cuisine's. Some examples are: Italian, Spanish, Middle Eastern, Portuguese, and Greek.
Thyme can be used to flavour different types of meats (ex. Lamb, pork), soups and stews. It is an ingredient in bouquet Garni, and in herbs DE Provence. Recipes will measure thyme in different ways. It may measure thyme by the sprig, or by the tablespoon or teaspoon . When a recipe does not specify fresh or dried, assume it means fresh.
If there is a need for substitution, substitute 1 teaspoon of dried or ¾ tsp of ground thyme for 6 small sprigs. Thyme releases its flavours slowly so it is usually added earlier in the recipe.
Recipes
Herb Pork Roast
MIX 2 teaspoons seasoned salt and 1 teaspoon Ground Thyme.
COAT 1 boneless pork roast (about 2 pounds) with herb mixture.
ROAST in preheated 350ºF oven 1 hour or until desired doneness.
If desired, prepare Ginger Peach Glaze by mixing 1/2 cup peach or apricot preserves, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce and 3/4 teaspoon Ground Ginger. Spoon over pork during last 10 minutes of cooking.
Baked Chicken
Ingredients
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp ground red pepper
1/2 tsp ground thyme
8 skinned and boned chicken thighs
3/4 c honey, divided
3/4 c Dijon mustard ,divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 c finely chopped pecans
1/2 tsp curry powder
Garnish: Sprigs of Italian parsleyHow to make it
Combine first 4 ingredients;sprinkle evenly over chicken in shallow dish. Stir together 1/2 c honey,1/2 c mustard,and garlic,pour over chicken. Cover,chill 2 hours
Remove chicken from marinade, discarding marinade. Dredge chicken in pecans; place on a lightly greased rack in an aluminum foil-lined broler pan.
Bake at 375 for 40 mins or till chicken is done.
Stir together remaining 1/4 c honey, remaining 1/4 c mustard and curry powder; serve sauce with chicken. Garnish ,if desired
What else can I help you with?
How much to Substitute ground thyme for dried thyme?
How much ground thyme do I use in place of chopped thyme
How much ground thyme equals rubbed thyme?
When substituting ground thyme for rubbed thyme, use a 1:1 ratio; however, ground thyme is more concentrated in flavor, so you may want to start with slightly less. Typically, about 1 teaspoon of ground thyme can replace 1 teaspoon of rubbed thyme. Adjust according to your taste preference, as the potency can vary.
Should you use ground thyme or dried?
Some recipes may call for ground thyme while others specify thyme leaves. Quite often, thyme leaves are fresher and have a stronger flavor.
Is dried thyme the same as ground thyme?
thats what I want to know
2 teaspoons of fresh thyme equals how much in ground thyme?
1 teaspoon
How much ground thyme eqals 1 sprig?
How big a sprig? You must be specific. But 1/2 tsp dry ground thyme = 1 tsp fresh thyme if that is any help. That's the leaves not including the stem.
Can you use thyme instead of lemon thyme?
Yes, you can use regular thyme instead of lemon thyme, though the flavor will be slightly different. Lemon thyme has a distinct citrusy aroma and flavor that regular thyme lacks. If you're looking to replicate that lemony taste, you might consider adding a bit of lemon zest or juice alongside the regular thyme.
What spice can I use if you don't have thyme?
Onion, garlic and SAGEIn McCormick's seasoning mix the ingredients are: THYME, SAGE, MARJORAM, ROSEMARY, BLACK PEPPER, AND NUTMEG.See: http://www.mccormick.com/Products/Herbs-and-Spices/Spices-A-to-Z/Poultry-Seasoning.aspx
What is the equivalent of 1 teaspoon. dried leaf thyme and ground thyme?
Dried herbs are normally twice as strong as fresh, so 1/2 a tsp.
Can you walk on creeping thyme without damaging it?
Yes, you can walk on creeping thyme without damaging it as it is a resilient ground cover that can withstand light foot traffic.
How much dried thyme do you use if a recipe calls for a bundle of fresh thyme?
When substituting dried thyme for fresh thyme, use about one-third the amount called for in the recipe. A typical bundle of fresh thyme is roughly equivalent to 3 to 4 sprigs, which translates to about 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of dried thyme. Adjust to taste, as dried herbs can be more potent than fresh.
What is sage or thyme?
The definition of thyme is any of numerous plants belonging to the the mint family.
