Naturevibe Botanicals Basil Leaves (100gm) [Packaging may vary];

Basil is native to tropical regions from central Africa to Southeast Asia. It is a tender plant, and is used in cuisines worldwide. Depending on the species and cultivar, the leaves may taste somewhat like anise, with a strong, pungent, often sweet smell.
There are many varieties of basil, as well as several related species or hybrids also called basil. The type used commonly as a flavor is typically called sweet basil.
Basil is an annual, or sometimes perennial, herb used for its leaves. Depending on the variety, plants Its leaves are richly green and ovate, but otherwise come in a wide variety of sizes and shapes depending on cultivar Its flowers are small and white, and grow from a central inflorescence that emerges from the central stem atop the plant.
Basils permeating, clove-like aroma makes it a perfect complement to tomatoes. This is why basil is often referred to as, the tomato herb. Not only does Basil add flavour to any dish, but it also has multiple medicinal properties.
In recipes it is generally added at the last moment.. This herb can be kept for a short time in plastic bags in the refrigerator. Using a freezer will allow for it to be kept a longer time. In both cases, it needs being blanched quickly in boiling water.
The dried herb also loses most of its flavour, and what little flavour remains tastes very different, with a flavor.