Basil

Basil is a fragrant leafy herb widely recognized for its sweet, fresh and slightly peppery aroma. When dried, its leaves typically range from green to darker green shades and become light and brittle in texture. Dried basil has a warm herbal flavour with subtle sweet and aromatic notes. Although different from the flavour of fresh basil, it retains the characteristic botanical profile associated with the herb. Basil is commonly used in tomato-based sauces, pasta dishes, soups, vegetables, seasoning blends and Mediterranean-style culinary preparations. It is often combined with herbs such as oregano, thyme, parsley and rosemary. The dried leaves may be present as flakes or smaller leaf pieces. Basil provides both visible herbal character and a familiar aromatic note in many savoury foods and mixed herb formulations.