Basil
Ocimum basilicum
Use:
Basil's leaves are used fresh or dried. Basil epitomizes the Italian-Mediterranean cuisine. It seasons pestos, Insalata Caprese (a salad with tomatoes and mozzarella), Margherita pizza and pasta.
Origins:
Basil originated in Western Asia, but was brought by the Romans to Italy and has been used in the Mediterranean for ages. Today, basil is used worldwide and is a popular garden spice.
see Anne Iburg "Dumont little spice encyclopedia", Eggolsheim, Dörfler Verlag GmbH
Products with Basil
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- Lemony
- Mediterranian
- balanced in flavor
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- 5% acidity
- Made only with fresh ingredients
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- Aromatic
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- From sun-ripened organic tomatoes
- Seasoned with basil
- Wonderfully fruity
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- From Liguria
- Pleasant consistency
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Bavicchi Organic Sprouting Basil Seeds
10 g, 250 g- Mild flavor
- Versatile use
- For salads, soups & sauces
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- Perfect with cheese
- Strong flavor
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- Gluten and lactose-free
- From certified organic cultivation
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- Italian specialty
- Mediterranean flavor
- Fresh, spicy taste