Basil Leaf Cut & Sifted, Sweet Certified Organic 25 lb Bulk Box - Frontier

Basil Leaf Cut & Sifted, Sweet Certified Organic 25 lb Bulk Box - Frontier
 

A lovely member of the mint family with a mildly peppery taste, a hint of clove and mint, basil is at the same time spicy and sweet, warm and fresh.

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum L.

Basil is a customary seasoning in tomato-based sauces, juices, and pesto. It blends well with oregano for pizza sauce, and with other seasonings, especially lemon, garlic, and thyme.

Suggested Uses:
~ Try basil with fish, poultry, beans, pasta, rice, eggs, and vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, and spinach.
~ Use it in soups, stews, vinegars, and salad dressings (or sprinkle it directly on salads).
~ Lay fresh leaves of basil over sliced fresh or buffalo mozzarella and drizzle with olive oil for a quick, light salad.

Origin: United States

Organic: QAI Certified Organic

Kosher: KSA Certified

Sourcing: Native to Southeast Asia and Northeast Africa, most of the basil used in the U.S. comes from three sources: Egypt, France, and California. Clean, with uniform size, California basil has a good color and sweet flavor. French basil is usually darker, with a slightly sweeter flavor. And Egyptian basil has a taste that's a bit mintier than domestic or French basil.