Herbs, Marjoram
Marjoram is the gray-green leaf of Majorana hortensis, a low growing member of the Labitae, or mint family.
This underused spice is often mistaken for oregano and is a concentrated source of antioxidants.
Marjoram has a delicate, sweet, pleasant flavor with a slightly bitter undertone that is best added toward the end of the cooking time.
Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=27,297
The Benefits
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- Excellent Source of:
- Good Source of: VitaminK
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Selecting and Storing
Store marjoram in a cool, dry place.
