Michelle Darmody: Baking with herbs
Oregano, lemongrass, peppermint, basil, rosemary; there are many different and deliciously fragrant plants bunched together by the term herb.
The aromatic nature of these plants has seen them being used as medicine, in cooking, baking and drinks making for thousands of years. The fragrant leaves, stems and sometimes the seeds enhance meals and add taste and lively flavour to our diet.
