Thyme is a pungent spice that originates from the Mediterranean, particularly Western Asia, North Europe and South Africa. However, Thyme came to the New World with the first European settlers and today, Thyme grows in many areas of North America.c  

Thyme is used in many different meat dishes, seafood, casseroles, soups, pizza toppings, egg dishes, and salads. Thyme is known for its dominating flavor so it is often used sparsely or it is mixed together with other herbs such as Rosemary, Basil and Oregano to quell the potency. Thyme is sold dried, but it is also sold fresh; fresh Thyme is more flavorful, however the shelf life of fresh Thyme is only a week or less.c Therefore, many people buy dried Thyme to season their dishes. Dried Thyme has a more pungent flavor so only a small amount is needed.