Origanum means ‘Joy of the Mountain’, a fitting name for a herb that was traditionally grown on the hills of the Mediterranean. The Origanum herb is a treasure ingredient in many cuisines around the world. It has a strong flavour and brings warmth to dishes, along with a hint of subtle sweetness. In ancient Rome Origanum, also known as oregano, was believed to bring good luck and was given to couples in a wedding garland as a happy send off.

Key Benefits:

• Non-irradiated

• GMO-free

• No added MSG

• Great for pasta, pizza and seafood

• Long shelf life

• High in antioxidants that helps alleviate inflammation

With its strong Mediterranean heritage, Origanum is used in a variety of classic dishes, including tomato-based spaghetti bolognaise and fragrant seafood paella. Added to bread dough, Robertsons Origanum herbs give freshly baked loaves an exciting aromatic twist. For the more adventurous, Origanum can be used instead of basil to make pesto.

Using Robertsons Origanum when cooking can benefit well-being in several ways:

• Provides a hearty dose of antioxidants

• Helps fight bacteria

• May reduce risk of viral infections

• May help decrease inflammation