Growing (and Using!) Your Own Herbs  BlogHer Original Post
Greek Oregano  What goes beautifully with basil? Oregano! Greek
oregano is one of the most reliable, low-maintenance edible
plants in my garden. I've had the same pot of Greek oregano
growing for a decade, and all I ever do is water it, eat it, and
fertilize it twice a year with sheep manure. I use it in
everything from Greek style Panzanella and fresh tomato pizza
sauce to slow-cooked Greek style leg of lamb and homemade
Italian sausage.  Lemon Thyme  There are several varieties of
thyme, but the one I love the most -— and have the best luck
growing -— is lemon thyme. This low growing, spreading perennial
adds a gourmet touch to any dish and can be used whenever a
recipe calls for lemon and thyme. One of my favorite ways to
enjoy it is with roasted turnips. Try stuffing a chicken with
lemon thyme and lemon wedges, or add it to a garlicky marinade
for chicken, fish, lamb, or beef. Toss it with tomatoes, stir it
into cream cheese dip or herb butter, o