What is a sprig of thyme?

[TopChef_USA]

Hey everyone on here!!

Just wanted your opinion on what you think a "sprig of thyme" is. I've seen it in different recipes on both recipes.net and other websites.

So is it 3, 2, 1 or more????

 

[maltchaseal]

Hey everyone on here!!

Just wanted your opinion on what you think a "sprig of thyme" is. I've seen it in different recipes on both recipes.net and other websites.

So is it 3, 2, 1 or more????

I'd say it's typically around 3 or 4 small stems ..BUT it can vary depending on the recipe and your taste preferences

Personally, I like to go with a handful to ensure that lovely thyme flavor shines through in my dish!

 

[Mystique]

Ah, a sprig of thyme is a lovely thing! It's a small bunch of fresh thyme stems still attached to the main branch. When you're cooking with thyme, you can pluck off these little sprigs and toss them directly into your dish.