Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Origin: United States

Our basil is the dried leaves of the Sweet Basil variety. Native to the Mediterranean, basil is now one of the most common spices throughout Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. Used enhance the flavor for sauces, soups, meats, and pasta, basil is an indispensable part of any kitchen. It is best known in the making of pesto, basil is used also for indigestion and bladder and kidney issues.