Basil
- Flavor
- Sweet and peppery
- Best for
- Pesto, salads
- Choose
- Bright, unwilted leaves
- Store
- Stems in water
Basil is a warm-season herb with fragrant leaves that bruise easily.
Add it near the end of cooking or use it raw when its aroma is strongest.
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