Cook with Basil

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) leaves has a warm and spiced flavour and are used fresh, mainly in Mediterranean cuisine.
It's the main ingredient of the Italian Pesto, and it's used in vinegars, salads, tomato dishes and pasta.
Basil loose aroma when dried, but can be stored minced and freezed.



Some basil recipes on 'Erbe in Cucina' (Cook with herbs):

Hot Couscous Salad

Tuna and Sweet Pepper Pasta with Herbes de Provence

Italian 'Pasta alla Norma'

Gnocchi with Pesto and Peppers

Fiery Pasta with Mushrooms

Broken Pizza

Basil and Zucchini Tortellini Pasta

Aromatic Herbs Cheese


Basil recipes from all over the world on 'Il Meglio in Cucina - Best Cuisine'

Egypt: Hummus (Chickpeas Puree)

Italy: Pesto Sauce

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Basil recipes from the blogworld:

Basil Chicken in Coconut Curry Sauce from Simply Recipes

Basil Lemonade from Trinigourmet

Basil-Parmesan Biscuits from Culinary in the Desert

Beef Stew With Star Anise And Basil from Seasaltwithfood

Broiled Tilapia with Basil Pesto from Mele Cotte

Bulghur Pilaf with Basil Pistou and Baked Cauliflower Bhujias from Holy Cow!

Chicken Salad with Basil and Parmesan from Kalyn's Kitchen

Creamy Zucchini and Basil Penne from Daily Unadventures in Cooking

Shrimp Scampi with Basil and Tomatoes from Living in the Kitchen with Puppies

Spinach and Basil Lasagna from Andrea's Recipes

Strawberry and Basil Summer Cocktail from Living in the Kitchen with Puppies

Summer Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese, Basil Vinaigrette, and Fresh Herbs from Kalyn's Kitchen

Sundried Tomato and Basil Couscous with Aceto Balsamico from VeganYumYum


Watermelon and Basil Smoothie from Daily Unadventures in Cooking