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Oregano is a herb popular since Ancient times in Greece and other Mediterranean countries and one of the most common culinary herbs today. Oregano is best identified in popular foods such as pizza, pasta dishes and adds character to any tomato dish.

Oregano is widely used in a dried form in Italian, Greek and Mexican cooking. It is also known as the "pizza herb." Fresh oregano retains its flavour so it can be added to dishes that require long slow cooking.

• Add freshly chopped or dried oregano to spaghetti meat sauce and other tomato based pasta sauces.
  
• Sprinkle oregano over chicken and veal parmigiana.
  
• Adds a great flavour to potato and vegetable dishes.
  
• Sprinkle oregano over grilled tomatoes.
  
• Oregano is delicious in marinades for BBQ steaks.
  
• Add oregano to bread, savoury muffins and pizzas.
  
• Oregano is added to traditional Greek food particularly lamb dishes.
  
• Oregano combines well with soft cheeses such as mozzarella and also in most cheese dishes.
  
• Store fresh oregano in a jug of water covered with a food storage bag in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.