Wondering whether Mexican oregano is different from the Italian oregano that most folks have in their spice rack? Yes, the two are different plants, and each oregano has its own “personality,” ...

Q: I found a recipe that called for Mexican Oregano is this different than the Italian Oregano that I have in my spice rack? —Andrew Maselli, Chicago A: Yes, the two are different plants and each ...

America’s love affair with oregano began right after World War II when the GIs came home raving about a funny kind of pie they’d tasted in Italy, called “pizza,” which was topped with oregano.

Oregano is a great herb to plant in your herb garden for many reasons. It’s a perennial, which means it will come back year after year, it’s relatively low maintenance, it adds great flavor to foods, ...

Wondering whether Mex-ican oregano is different from the Italian oregano that most folks have in their spice rack? Yes, the two are different plants, and each oregano has its own “personality,” ...

There’s no denying that the mere addition of this aromatic and flavorsome herb can instantly enhance the taste and experience of any delicacy, especially Italian and Mediterranean delicacies. This ...

Answer: Oregano (Origanum vulgare): The packaged dried oregano usually comes from a mixture of dried herbs (oregano, thyme and salvia) blended for their flavor. Select a plant by tasting or rubbing ...

As outdoor herb gardens perk up with spring, resist the temptation to rush out to harvest the new leaves. Let your garden grow. Instead, take a moment to revisit cooking with dried herbs. Contrary to ...