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oregano
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oregano (·rāˑ·g·nōˈ),
n Latin name:
Origanum vulgare; parts used: leaves (dried), stems; uses: respiratory conditions, expectorant, systemic tonic, diaphoretic, antiseptic, antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, oligomenorrhea; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children. Also called
mountain mint or
origanum.

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Culantro, Mexican oregano and epazote are three common herbs used in Mexican cooking which are native to the Americas.
RED CHILE SAUCE (Makes about 23/4 cups) 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon flour 1/4 cup mild ground red chile 1/4 cup hot ground red chile 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder 23/4 cups stock (vegetable, chicken or beef) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt Melt butter in heavy saucepan over low heat.
They also used the method to differentiate phenolics in more than 360 other foods, such as Mexican oregano, Fuji apple peel, soybean seed, broccoli, dry beans, tea and coffee.
 
 
 
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