In the Ortho Book The World of Herbs & Spices, additional insight is given: In ordinary language, the word herb refers to any of that host of plants, both herbaceous and woody, whose leaves ...

Although spices and herbs have been used since ancient times, they are playing a new and important role in modern food preparation. They not only add unique flavors to our food, but contribute color ...

Herb butter One stick unsalted butter or margarine; 1 to 3 tablespoons dried herbs or 2 to 6 tablespoons fresh herbs (any herb or spice may be used); 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; and white pepper.