Marjoram
An herb of the mint family with oval, inch-long green leaves with a mild, sweet, oregano-like favor. Wild marjoram is actually just another name for oregano.
Season
available year-round
How to prepare
Add near the end of cooking or the heat will destroy its delicate flavor.
Matches well with
carrots, chicken, corn, duck, eggs, fish, halibut, lamb chops, meats, mushrooms, peas, pork chops, potatoes, rabbit, ravioli, salads, soups, spinach, squash, stuffings, tomatoes, tuna, zucchini
Substitutions
basil, thyme, oregano or savory