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Also
known as sweet basil.
Available in fresh leaves and in dried leaves,
which are also sometimes called rubbed.
Fresh leaves may be stored in a cool place
or in the refrigerator for a very short time.
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leaves will retain their flavor for six
months if stored in a cool dry, dark place.
Add
dried herbs at the beginning and during
cooking.
Add fresh herbs only at the end of cooking
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Many species of the basil herb exist, but the most popular
is sweet basil. Basil is considered one of the most
important and highly used herbs in the culinary
world and is popular in the cooking of many cusines
including Italy and Asia.
The strong, clove like flavor is essential
to many Italian recipes and it is paired most often
with tomatoes. Basil is primarily used in sauces,
pizzas, salads and pasta dishes and is the main
ingredient used in pesto. |
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