A Young Cutting Of Mr. McGregor's Potted Rosemary
Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis
Common Name: Rosemary, rosemarin, romero, rosemarino, romero, rozmarin and alecim
Description: The ‘leaf’ of the rosemary plant looks like that of an evergreen. It is distinctly aromatic and can be found in sorbets, biscuits, sautes, polenta and pasta dishes as well as seasoning for vegetables, seafood, pork, chicken and wild game recipes. It is a versatile herb that has a multitude of uses.
Interesting Facts:
- Rosemary is a member of the mint family.
- Rosemary is naturally resistant to pests.
- Rosemary is a perennial herb.
The following Table provides the nutritional values for 1 tablespoon (1.7 grams) of fresh Rosemary provided by the USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 22, (2009):
| Calories | 2 |
|---|---|
| Protein | .06 g |
| Carbohydrates | .35 g |
| Fiber | .2 g |
| Potassium | 11 mg |
| Calcium | 5 mg |
| Magnesium | 2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 1 mg |
| Vitamin C | .4 mg |
| Iron | .11 mg |
