For example: French thyme tastes strong and pairs ... You can use fresh or dried thyme as a substitute for salt when cooking. This can help you cut down on how much salt you use, which is ...

Roasted fingerling potatoes with dried figs and thyme [Photo/The New York Times] Adapted from Daniel Humm, Eleven Madison Park Time: 40 minutes plus at least 4 hours' soaking 1/2 pound dried black ...