Lovage
Levisticum officinale
dehydrated vegetables
Lovage is a tall perennial plant, growing to 1.8- 2.5 m. The leaves, seeds and roots are all used in cooking, especially in the southern European cuisine. The stems and leaves are shiny green to yellow-green. The aroma and taste are similar to that of celery but with a hint of anise, the leaves are especially fragrant and somewhat pungent.
Dried lovage leaves are available ground and crushed, lovage root is available ground and as a powder.
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