Basil, Cut

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

Flavor: Subtly Peppery, Slightly Sweet with hints of Mint

Origin: Egypt

Use With:  Beef, Chicken, Pork, Fish, Seafood, Vegetables, and Legumes

Description: Also known as Sweet Basil or St. John’s Wort, Basil adds a sweet and refreshing aroma as well as a subtly peppery, slightly sweet flavor with hints of mint to dishes of all sorts. This extremely versatile herb is popular in European, American, and Mediterranean cuisines especially Italian where it is an integral part of its tomato based sauces. Wonderfully enhances the natural flavors of beef, poultry, and fish and perks up any pasta or vegetable dish.

Suggested Uses:

Use to make traditional Marinara, Bolognese, Puttanesca, Sunday Gravy, Vodka Sauce, spaghetti sauce, Pizza Sauce, or other Italian tomato based sauces

• Perk up the fillings for Lasagna, Ravioli, Tortellini, Cannelloni, Manicotti, and more
• Add to marinades, dry rubs, soups, stews, dressings, and dips
• Use to flavor sausage meat/filling, burger meat, or meatballs
• Sprinkle over pizza, cold pasta, salad, grilled fish, or bread brushed with olive oil
• Use to infuse olive oil or vinegar to keep on hand for a wonderful boost of flavor for cooking and salad dressings