In a message dated 5/24/00 5:26:12 PM, owner-chile-heads-digest@globalgarden.com writes: << Indeed, quite the opposite of your contention, I think it could easily be argued that bay leaf is among the most useful of all herbs, and comparably as versatile as even thyme, oregano, or parsley. >> Try grinding dry bay leaves to a powdery consistency and it gives off even more of that delightful flavor for Greek and Italian cuisine's. AND it's lovely w/chiles!!!!! Mary-Anne