Tag: Basil

I also almost always add lemon juice (should help for the bitterness too) and a dash of olive oil (which shouldn’t affect the taste, only the aroma). Another ingredient which does well in a basil dip are green or blonde olives, if their salt level is not too high. What do I do if I […]

Use a food processor to coarsely chop washed basil leaves. Add a drizzle of olive oil and pulse to lightly coat the leaves with oil; this will keep the basil from turning black in the freezer. Tips Basil tends to turn black when it’s frozen. Oil should only be added to basil if it will […]

Directions Boil gently basil for about 15 minutes. If needed add water. Strain the basil liquid into a glass and add water to fill glass. Squeeze a lemon into the glass and add honey to taste. Enjoy hot or iced. Can basil dissolve kidney stones? Basil contains acetic acid, which helps break down the kidney […]

Prepping the Basil Stack three or four leaves on top of each other, roll the leaves up into a tight cylinder. Use a sharp chef’s knife to slice the basil into 1/8-inch-thick ribbons, starting at one end of the cylinder. You can also use the strips of basil as a garnish on top of the […]

Basil, probably the most popular of fresh herbs, combines well with bay, garlic, marjoram, oregano, savory and thyme in cooked dishes. When used fresh, it goes well with chives, dill, garlic, mint, nasturtium, parsley and watercress. What spice goes good with basil? Basil has a sweet, warm, peppery taste and is famous for its use […]

Mozzarella. Mozzarella works nicely with both basil and rosemary, but basil and mozzarella are one of the most iconic cheese and herb pairings out there. When the two are combined they are called a caprese salad! What does basil pair well with? Besides eggplant, zucchini and squash, basil pairs well with artichokes, mushrooms, and green […]

How to tell if basil is bad or spoiled? Basil that is spoiling will typically become soft and discolored and the leaves will start to darken; discard any basil that has an off smell or appearance. What does spoiled basil look like? Some common traits of bad fresh basil are discoloration, a moist texture and […]

Is there any reason to tear basil instead of cutting it with a… the steel knife oxidizes the basil causing the edges to turn black (which is visually unappealing); the tearing bruises the basil and releases more oil from the leaf than simply cutting it would. Why should you not cut basil? Both destroy the […]

Herbs like dill, parsley, and basil lose or change flavor when dried. Parsley, when dried, loses all of the fresh flavor that makes it worthwhile as an herb. Dehydrated basil, on the other hand, tastes more like mint than fresh basil — a flavor that won’t complement your pasta dish very well. Does fresh basil […]

Let’s step into the world of aromatic herbs to find out everything about basil and mint. In addition to essential information, you’ll also learn some delicious recipes and the best kinds of herbs to buy (or grow)!A Summarize Of All The Main Differences. Main Aspects Basil Mint Plant family Lamiaceae Lamiaceae Is basil a mint […]

The taste of basil will depend on the variety. Sweet basil has a fresh aroma with a subtle peppery flavor and a hint of mint. Other varieties taste of citrus and spice. Thai basil is more savory with a spicy licorice flavor. Can basil be spicy? Basil has over 160 different cultivars or types, with […]

Basil is a spice that comes from the basil plant. Basil has been used as both food and medicine for centuries. There are many varieties of basil, but sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) is the most popular variety. Sweet basil has a slightly peppery flavor with hints of anise and spice. What kind of spice is […]

One of the natural foods that has the potential to reduce cholesterol is the basil leaf (Ocimum sanctumOcimum sanctumTulasi, Tulsi or Vrinda (Holy Basil) is a sacred plant in Hindu belief. Hindus regard it as an earthly manifestation of the goddess Tulasi; she is regarded as the avatar of Lakshmi, and thus the consort of […]

Taking basil oils or extracts along with medications that also slow clotting might increase the chances of bruising and bleeding. Some medications that slow blood clotting include aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), dalteparin (Fragmin), enoxaparin (Lovenox), heparin, ticlopidine (Ticlid), warfarin (Coumadin), and others. Who should avoid basil? Additionally, people taking blood pressure-lowering drugs or diabetes drugs should […]

Instructions Remove basil leaves from stem. Place oil in a pint mason jar. Carefully stuff basil into mason jar. Close with lid. Store on a sunny windowsill for 1 day. Use a funnel to strain oil and a spoon to smash last bits of oil out of leaves. Discard basil leaves. Transfer oil to a […]

Basil essential oil is used topically and massaged into the skin. It may enhance the luster of dull-looking skin and hair. As a result, it is extensively used in many skin care supplements that claim to improve the tone of your skin. It is also commonly used to treat the symptoms of acne and other […]

Trim the cut ends, put the bunch in a glass, jar, or vase of water that will fit in the fridge, and cover the whole thing, or at least the basil leaves, with a plastic bag. Put the whole in in a refrigerator. Basil kept that way will stay vibrant and green for up to […]

While basil is best known for flavoring Italian recipes, its flavor lends intrigue to tea. This recipe has a slightly different method from our other herbal tea recipes. Because the flavor of basil isn’t strong enough on its own, combine it with black tea and lemon for the perfect brew! Can you drink basil tea […]

Except carvacrol, the concentrations of the four other terpenes found in both basil and oregano have a range from trace amount to 65 μg/g herb. Does basil contain terpenes? While nearly 20,000 terpenoid compounds have been found in all sorts of plant life, just over 200 of these have been identified in cannabis. With the […]

It doesn’t matter if they’re stewed, boiled, or dried; just make sure they’re fully ripe, red tomatoes with no added ingredients like salt, garlic, basil, etc. Can dogs eat tomatoes? Although the stems and leaves of tomatoes are bad for dogs, ripe tomato flesh is actually considered non-toxic. So don’t worry if your dog sneaks […]