The parsley is very common in Swedish households and a plant that has been grown for a long time. Parsley is a two -year plant that grows about 25 cm high. The most common variants are the frugal and smooth parsley. Fresh parsley leaves are very useful as they contain, among other things, iron, calcium, A and V vitamin. Parsley can be included in the spice bouquet Bouquet Garni together with, for example, marjoram, layer and thyme. Both stalks and leaves can be used fresh, frozen or dried. Parsley is well suited for soups, cold sauces, salads, fish and meat dishes and in gratin.