robust, strongly aromatic with a woody,
astringent flavor and a pleasant,
slightly minty aroma
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I always feel like the bay leaf stands alone in a crowd of regular spices.
It is ordinary useful enough for frequent use, yet it finds no comparison in form within the spice rack. |