Basil is a perennial green leafy herb native to India and other tropical climates in Asia. It is an important herb in Italian, Thai, and Vietnamese cuisines.
Basil is most potent when used fresh and is the featured ingredient in pesto, an Italian herb sauce made with garlic, olive oil, pine nuts and a hard cheese such as Parmesan Cheese or Romano Cheese.
Basil Varieties
Cooking and Storing Tips
The fresh herb can keep for several days in plastic bags in the refrigerator, or in the freezer, after being blanched in hot water. When cooking, it is best to add basil at the last moment since heat diminishes the flavor.
Does anyone have any tips for using a thai basil plant? Am excited for it!(1 Answer)
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thai basil green curry http://www.google.com/search?source=ig&hl=en&rlz=1G1GGLQ_ENUS317&=&q=thai+basil+green+curry&btnG=Google+Search&aq=f&oq=thai+basil ...
Anyone have any yummy and healthy salad dressing recipes?(1 Answer)
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Honey Basil Vinaigrette salad dressing is my favorite. It's a fresh herb dressing that goes with any mixed green salad.
Honey, Dijon mustard, water, balsamic vinegar, extra ...
