Hyssop  [HIHS-up]     Any of various herbs belonging to the mint family with aromatic, dark green leaves that have a slightly bitter, minty flavor. Hyssop adds intrigue to salads, fruit dishes (it particularly complements cranberries), soups and stews. It's also used to flavor certain liqueurs, such as chartreuse.

    If you've got it, but don't know what to do with it, below are some traditional dishes that the herb complements nicely.

Salads  
Soups & Stews  
Fish & Poultry  
Meats  
Vegetables  
Pasta; Grains;
Dried Beans 		 
Cheese & Egg Dishes  
Sauces  
Miscellaneous  


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