It is very aromatic and is one of the classical herbs used in seasoning. Often it is added to a reduction so as to perfume the reduction. Thyme can be easily removed by holding one end of the herb, pinching the stalk with the your other hand and sliding your index finger and thumb down the length of the stem. They come in both white and black varieties. Not all truffles are created equal, as there can be considerable quality differences between truffles due to ripeness and location of harvest.
Truffles have a pungent, almost magical flavor that is greatly appreciated among gourmets.