Holy basil ( Ocimum tenuiflorum ), also known as tulsi, is a perennial plant that is native to the Indian subcontinent. (msdmanuals.com)
Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) leaves are rich in bioactive compounds that present therapeutic benefits for human health. (bvsalud.org)
Seeds6
The cultivar was developed as a research project, by growing a large variety of basils, gathering their seeds, mixing them in a paper bag, and seeing what emerged. (wikipedia.org)
Commercial growers can now buy seeds of four new, disease-resistant varieties of sweet basil, thanks to Rutgers research. (rutgers.edu)
Thai Basil Seeds- 50 Count Seed Pack - Non-GMO - A Particular Sweet Flavored herb Reminiscent of Anise, Licorice and Clove. (yahoo.com)
Sweet Basil Seeds Sweet Basil Seeds, or tokhm-e-reyhan, is a botanical seed for cultivating this sweet, fresh herb. (sadaf.com)
Ingredients: Sweet basil seeds Allergen: Packed on shared equipment with wheat, tree nuts, soy and sesame. (sadaf.com)
To start, wash your basil leaves and then add them to your food processor along with the remainder of the ingredients: hemp seeds, nutritional yeast, garlic, EVOO, salt, pepper, lemon juice. (livelyroot.com)
We grow a lot of different basil plants and this is a favorite for authentic Italian basil flavor and aroma - it is often used to make traditional pesto. (thegrowers-exchange.com)
Your basic pesto recipe with Beanstalk's fresh basil. (beanstalk.farm)
Genovese4
Basil (Genovese) is a heavy producing, spicy-flavored herb that grows on bright green 24" tall plants with white, fragrant flowers. (sweetcornorganicnursery.com)
Basil 'Genovese', also called Sweet Basil , is one of the most popular herb plants that we offer. (thegrowers-exchange.com)
Our Basil variety, is Genovese, known for medium green, cupped leaves that are more aromatic than other varietals. (beanstalk.farm)
Parsley1
To make the basil salsa verde, place the basil, parsley, chives, garlic, oil, lemon juice and salt in a small food processor and process until finely chopped. (donnahay.com.au)
Tomato4
Use Basil 'Sweet Green' to complement Mediterranean courgette and tomato dishes and an aromatic addition to salads and pasta dishes. (thompson-morgan.com)
Add Classico - Di Napoli - Tomato & Basil Pasta Sauce to Favorites. (saveonfoods.com)
Top with a slice of the mozzarella, a few fresh basil leaves then finish with another tomato slice. (bakespace.com)
Basil is said to increase the health and flavor of many vegetables like asparagus, bell peppers, cabbage and especially tomato plants when companion planted together. (thegrowers-exchange.com)
Herb5
Sweet Basil has long been a wildly popular herb, used in a variety of cuisines around the world. (rutgers.edu)
Basil Essential Oil is an ancient herb that is a powerful herbal healer-promoting well-being both physiologically and psycho-spiritually. (organicspamagazine.com)
Holy Basil, which is a different species than the Sweet Basil variety and tends to have a spicier and more stimulating aroma, is used as an herb in Thai and Vietnamese cooking-and is also highly revered by Hindus and Greek Orthodox Christians alike who use it their religious rituals. (organicspamagazine.com)
A Particular Sweet Flavored herb Reminiscent of Anise, Licorice and Clove. (yahoo.com)
Basil is a wonderful plant to plant near your kitchen windows or doorways, not just for its use in your favorite dishes, but because this culinary herb has terrific natural pest repellent properties! (thegrowers-exchange.com)
Aromatic2
The distinct taste of juniper followed by the unmistakeable flavour of ripe raspberries perfectly balanced with the aromatic peppery notes of sweet basil. (matthewclark.co.uk)
More aromatic and sweet than what you'll find elsewhere with hints of mint and clove. (beanstalk.farm)
Holy Basil13
Holy basil is considered an adaptogen, which means it is thought to help the body respond to stress and restore normal function. (msdmanuals.com)
Holy basil seems to be safe for most people when taken by mouth for up to 8 weeks. (msdmanuals.com)
The safety of taking holy basil for longer than 8 weeks has not been studied. (msdmanuals.com)
There are no high-quality studies in people demonstrating that holy basil is effective for treating any health condition. (msdmanuals.com)
Holy basil can have adverse effects such as nausea or diarrhea. (msdmanuals.com)
Holy basil might not be safe when taken by women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant. (msdmanuals.com)
In animal studies, large doses of holy basil reduced the chance that a fertilized egg would become attached to the uterus and that the pregnancy would last for a full term. (msdmanuals.com)
The safety of holy basil in women who breastfeed their babies has not been studied. (msdmanuals.com)
Holy basil might decrease levels of the thyroid hormone thyroxine, worsening hypothyroidism. (msdmanuals.com)
Holy basil could increase the risk of bleeding during and after surgery, because it might slow down blood clotting. (msdmanuals.com)
Holy basil may decrease the efficacy of thyroid hormone drugs. (msdmanuals.com)
The effect of holy basil to slow down blood clotting may increase the risk of bleeding in people taking antiplatelet or anticoagulation drugs. (msdmanuals.com)
Per animal data, holy basil may also enhance the sedating effects of barbiturates. (msdmanuals.com)
The meringues were lovely on their own with a fresh, heady scent of basil and a wonderful crisp and chewy texture. (food52.com)
Herbs2
Basil is originally from India and southeast Asia, and is one of the oldest medicinal herbs, having been farmed there for 5000 years. (organicspamagazine.com)
Basil is one the easiest and most popular traditional culinary herbs ! (thegrowers-exchange.com)
Leaves9
Tight mounds of small basil leaves that resemble boxwood plants. (burpee.com)
Cinnamon Basil' produces pale pink to purple flowers, has purple-flushed stem and strongly spice-scented leaves. (backyardgardener.com)
In 16th century Europe, fresh sweet basil leaves were often pinned to clothing to attract one's mate, while dried and ground leaves were commonly sniffed to ease chest congestion and headaches. (organicspamagazine.com)
Top the sweet potato with the salsa verde and extra basil leaves to serve. (donnahay.com.au)
Harvest basil leaves regularly when required to promote fresh new growth and pinch out any flowers that appear to prolong the harvest period. (thompson-morgan.com)
Sweet Basil produces abundant bunches of lush green leaves with rich fragrance. (palmers.co.nz)
never prune more than 50% of your plant's leaves, this could cause too much stress on your basil plant. (thegrowers-exchange.com)
Wash the basil and dry it well, and then move the leaves to the bowl of a food processor. (food52.com)
Yes, basil leaves can be consumed raw as long as they are well sanitized before consumption. (livelyroot.com)
Cultivar1
Sweet Dani basil is a stable hybrid sweet basil cultivar developed at Purdue University by James E. Simon and Mario Morales. (wikipedia.org)
Thai2
The red shallot is a key ingredient adding a mild, sweet flavor to numerous Thai dishes. (templeofthai.com)
Baby Banana ( gloy ky in Thai) is a miniature sized banana, about 3-4 inches in length, with a pleasant sweet taste when ripe. (templeofthai.com)
Fresh6
We love the aroma of fresh basil and use it whenever it's available. (drbenkim.com)
Sweet Basil Bistro is the perfect stop for country fresh Italian food made the right way most days of the week. (bigbearvacations.com)
A garnish of basil finishes it all off with fresh herbal flavor that perfectly highlights the basil-infused pasta. (blueapron.com)
We produce our Basil extra virgin olive oil by tossing fresh California basil together with late harvest Mission olives while we are crushing - a 100% natural process that captures and preserves the essence of garden fresh basil in all its complexity. (stonehouseoliveoil.com)
I was afraid the basil variety of olive oil would be too weak to add a definite basil taste to anything, but it has a mild yet pleasantly fresh and stable flavor that works well in salads and salad dressings. (stonehouseoliveoil.com)
Flavorful1
Rutgers University-New Brunswick researchers have created four new varieties of sweet basil that are flavorful and resistant to disease, particularly to downy mildew, the plague of basil growers. (rutgers.edu)
Flavor2
For best results, do not plant Sage or Rue near your Basil, as this is said to inhibit the plant's growth and flavor. (thegrowers-exchange.com)
Also great for cocktails with it's sweet mild flavor! (livelyroot.com)
Species3
Then they examined "exotic" basils, or other species of basil grown overseas that weren't widely used commercially except for ornamental purposes. (rutgers.edu)
This type of basil is the most common one found in the US and has a large percentage of a chemical constituent called "Linalool"-which makes it the gentlest variety out of 40+ other species of basil. (organicspamagazine.com)
There are many folk legends and traditions that use basil, and its various species, spanning from Asia to Europe. (organicspamagazine.com)
Aroma1
Its sweet aroma quiets negative thoughts and promotes a strong sense of self. (organicspamagazine.com)
Plant5
We grow a lot of basil in New Jersey," said James Simon, professor of plant biology in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. (rutgers.edu)
A slightly smaller plant than Sweet Basil, it is perfectly suited for containers. (yahoo.com)
Note: It's a good idea to vary the location where you plant basil each year because it's susceptible to fungal diseases that accumulate in soil over time. (friendsschoolplantsale.com)
It is closely related to the sweet basil plant widely used in cooking. (msdmanuals.com)
Cilantro1
By the end of phase 2, strawberries, cilantro, and sweet basil were reported more often than expected by case-patients ( Table 2 ). (cdc.gov)
Clove2
High notes of mint and clove make Basil 'Sweet Green' a refreshing alternative to traditional sweet basil. (thompson-morgan.com)
Sweet and spicy with hints of mint and clove. (beanstalk.farm)
Plants4
Our strain of Sweet Basil is a great culinary extravaganza, allowing several harvests over the season from 18 inch tall plants. (territorialseed.com)
But back in 2010, we started to see a new disease, called downy mildew, showing up on basil plants. (rutgers.edu)
When they are large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots and grow basil plants on in cooler conditions. (thompson-morgan.com)
Instead, grow Chamomile near your Basil plants to encourage its success. (thegrowers-exchange.com)
Culinary1
Culinary note: Basil can be dried or frozen for using later on, or added to oils and vinegars for extra flavour. (thompson-morgan.com)
Indoor1
Sow basil seed from February to June, or sow throughout the year for indoor cultivation out of season. (thompson-morgan.com)
Olives1
from the olives to the basil to the mozzarella. (bakespace.com)
Dishes1
It neither disappears nor overpowers when added to dishes calling for basil. (stonehouseoliveoil.com)
Salt2
Drizzle the sweet potato with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. (donnahay.com.au)
Roast butternut or delicata squash with Basil Oil and sea salt. (stonehouseoliveoil.com)
Sage1
Plus, growing them indoors means you can enjoy favorites like basil, thyme, sage and more year-round. (burpee.com)
Sauce1
Add Classico - Di Campania - Sweet Basil Marinara Pasta Sauce to Favorites. (saveonfoods.com)
Peppers2
Pair sweet peppers and Italian sausage with elbows to create a savory, Italian dish perfect for a night in or a casual get-together with friends. (muellerspasta.com)
Marinate roasted sweet peppers in Basil Oil for a delectably simple antipasti. (stonehouseoliveoil.com)
Vegetables2
This versatile sweet basil dressing can be used over steamed vegetables, fish , and baked or mashed potatoes. (drbenkim.com)
While downy mildew is a common disease that causes significant damage on many other fruits and vegetables, there was never a strain that attacked basil before. (rutgers.edu)
Grown1
Sweet Basil can be grown indoors in pots in well-lit areas. (palmers.co.nz)
Pasta3
It would not be a real Italian restaurant if Sweet Basil Bistro did not feature a Make Your Own Pasta specialty. (bigbearvacations.com)
This quick-cooking pasta dish showcases a trio of vibrant summer produce: cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and cubanelle pepper, a popular variety with crunchy texture and mild heat. (blueapron.com)
Drizzle Basil Oil over white beans or pasta just before serving. (stonehouseoliveoil.com)
Moist1
Keep your basil consistently moist in well-draining soil to ensure a good crop. (livelyroot.com)
He has planted some Rutgers Devotion in his three acres of basil and looks forward to a good harvest. (rutgers.edu)
Simon3
They found some that were immune to downy mildew, but when they tried to cross them with sweet basil, Simon and his colleagues found the crosses were difficult and progeny sterile. (rutgers.edu)
James Simon led the research - a marathon, not a sprint - to produce varieties of sweet basil that tasted great and resisted disease. (rutgers.edu)
Eventually, we found one that didn't look, smell or grow like a basil," Simon said. (rutgers.edu)
Almond Oil1
Only Capri uses a special blend of Almond Oil, Eucalyptus and Peppermint essential oils with our Sweet Basil to deliver a refreshing all-purpose cleaner. (dillons.com)
Sweet Basil Bistro is open for lunch and dinner and offers a variety of menu options. (bigbearvacations.com)
Great1
Bolsters against colds and flu Sweet Basil oil is highly anti-bacterial and anti-septic, so it is a great addition to warding off germs and improving efforts to fight a cold or flu. (organicspamagazine.com)
Sugar3
Pulse the food processor for about 20 to 30 seconds, until the basil and the lemon zest have incorporated into the sugar. (food52.com)
Wait to do this until just before you add this sugar to the egg whites -- you don't want the basil to brown. (food52.com)
Add the basil-lemon sugar to the egg white bowl, and beat on medium speed, another 2 to 3 minutes. (food52.com)