The phrase "sprig of thyme" refers to a small branch or stem of the herb thyme, which is often used in cooking to add flavor to dishes. Full definition
Ingredients 4 large, meaty short ribs (about 2 pounds) 2 tablespoons rendered bacon fat or vegetable oil 1 large shallot or 2 small shallots, minced 2 carrots, finely diced 2 - 3 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 cups red wine 2 cups beef broth 2 bay leaves 2 2 - inch sprigs rosemary 4 2 - inch sprigs thyme salt and pepper to taste chives for garnish (dianeabroad.com)
2 tbps avocado oil 1/4 cup onion 1/2 stalk celery 1 clove garlic 2 cups bread cubes approx. 1/2 grain free french bread (recipe here) 1 tbsp parsely 1 small sprig rosemary 5 leafs sage 1 large sprig thyme 1 cup chicken stock (ottosnaturals.com)
2 tbs olive oil 1 large shallot, peeled and minced 1 garlic clove, peeled and minced 1 lb (450 g) carrots, peeled and diced 2 Gala apples, peeled, cored and diced 3 sprigs thyme leaves 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/8 to 1/4 tsp piment d'Espelette 2 3/4 cups chicken stock 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk (cannellevanille.com)