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Default Out of marjoram - what to sub?
On Sat, 27 Nov 2010 17:15:32 -0500, wrote:
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> My wife grows Greek, Italian, and Mexican oregano in the back yard
> every year. They're distinctly different in flavor.
>
> Either Greek or Italian would be a good substitute for marjoram. Just
> use about 1/3 less than called for. The Mexican is too assertive for a
> recipe specifying marjoram.
>
I heard that Greek oregano was the most assertive. I should grow all
three and figure it out for myself, but I'd rather grow some sorrel.



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