As some of you know, my New Year’s resolution involves spices…check it out HERE, if you would like. For January, I used cardamom, February- tamarind, and this month I’ve discovered oregano! Let’s recall the health benefits of oregano:
Health Powers: Loosens mucus; helps treat respiratory illnesses; and calms indigestion.
I went to HEB, and was once again overwhelmed by this:
I ended up with this for 13 cents 🙂
Now, for my oregano inspired dinner:
-Baked french fries
-Veggie Burgers
For the Fries…I cut up a potato into fries! Tossed with olive oil, salt, pepper, and lots of oregano! Pre-heat the oven to 400, and baked for around 40 minutes…MUST remember to turn potatoes every 10 minutes or so 🙂
I recommend foil in the pan…unless you can handle this:
yum 🙂
As for the veggie burgers…I used my made up recipe, but instead of adding fresh basil, I added lots of dried oregano…
I like oregano…it seems to go nicely in lots of things 🙂
What spice should I use next month?
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Oregano grows all over my front lawn…can't use it all, but it's so tasty!
Have you tried smoked paprika? Or garam masala (that one's kind of a cheat, but delicious!).
Those fries look amazing!! Yummm! How 'bout some cilantro? That's a family fave. Or maybe curry?
oregano is so easy to grow too! its pretty forgiving in the garden.
I love oregano too! I love the smell whenever I cook spaghetti bolognese.. yummy…