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- Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum
- Also known as Sweet Basil
- Cultivated for more than 5,000 years
- Comes from the Greek word for King
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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.
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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. -
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Basil Questions
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Why is Basil so hard to grow on my balcony? Gardeners, got any tips? 4 AnswersHere are some tips: - Basil is a tender annual that is very susceptible to damage during an overnight frost . . . bring in overnight if frost is predicted and... read more -
Cooking in the Kitchen : What is a great dish to make using the herb Basil? 2 AnswersThis is so good with fresh summer tomatoes! You must give it a try. Insalata Caprese Salad 1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-inch thick 2 large rip... read more -
How expensive are Basil Soda Dresses? 1 AnswerThere is no information on their site. You can email basil@basilsoda.com and ask for it. read more -
What are the medicinal benefits of Basil leaves? 2 Answers-----quote----- Tulasi plant in your garden is like a doctor in your house. Tulsi or the holy basil, worshiped by Hindu religious tradition is considered as h... read more
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@DavidACGregory interesting how the sun can claim a 2002 Basil Brush ep is smearing David Cameron
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Sergio Mendez and the Basil '66 equals the business!!
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off to Glendale for the luncheon! Cuban Chicken Fricassee with dirty rice and Basil roasted salmon with tomato... http://bit.ly/bx4Qgx
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Soups at Rivermark: Clam Chowder, Chicken Tortilla. At Fremont: Roasted Bell Pepper w/Basil, Chicken Noodle
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