Dried Thyme in Hand Made Terracotta Pot

This gorgeous hand made terracotta herb pot contains wonderful dried Calabrian thyme; 'timo' in Italian. One of the main and most versatile herbs in Italian cooking, thyme has a strong aroma and is commonly used in stews, soups, omelettes and meat and fish dishes. Packed with vitamin C and a good source of vitamin A, it pairs particularly well with beans, cabbage, aubergines, tomatoes and potatoes. Traditionally thyme was also used in many herbal remedies to promote wellness. It was also placed under pillows to promote sleep and ward off nightmares!