tarragon
noun
tar·ra·gon
ˈter-ə-ˌgän 
ˈta-rə-,
also
-gən
: a small widely cultivated perennial artemisia (Artemisia dracunculus) having aromatic narrow usually entire leaves
also
: its leaves used as a seasoning
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Other dishes and favorite ingredients of his father, Philip said, will most likely make their way to Azay’s menu too: rack of lamb, tarragon dressing, leeks, quail.
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Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2024
Here are a few simple swaps: Herbs: Swap any fresh herb, like parsley or thyme, for the tarragon.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2024
Oregano and chives work well together, and mint and tarragon get along with most other herbs.
—Brianna Crane, Axios, 28 Sep. 2024
Opulent mulberry compote and blackberry scones with touches of fresh tarragon with lush texture yet lots of mouthwatering acidity.
—Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
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Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2024
Here are a few simple swaps: Herbs: Swap any fresh herb, like parsley or thyme, for the tarragon.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2024
Oregano and chives work well together, and mint and tarragon get along with most other herbs.
—Brianna Crane, Axios, 28 Sep. 2024
Opulent mulberry compote and blackberry scones with touches of fresh tarragon with lush texture yet lots of mouthwatering acidity.
—Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
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“Tarragon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tarragon. Accessed 12 Nov. 2024.
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