bay trees
Aromatic kitchen evergreens
Bay trees are evergreen trees or shrubs whose aromatic leaves are used in cooking.
The leaves, called bay leaves, add flavor to soups, stews, and sauces, typically removed before serving.
In Mediterranean climates, bay trees grow as ornamental plants.
The ancient Greeks crowned victors with bay laurel wreaths.
- spicePlant-derived food flavoring
- shrubSmall woody plant
- laurelVictory wreath plant
- aromatic leavesScented plant matter
- slow cookingExtended low-heat preparation
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foliage persistence
bay treesdeciduous trees
Plants shedding leaves annually
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