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Basil (Ocimum basilicum) (IPA /'be?z?l/ or /'bæz?l/), of the Family Lamiaceae. Basil is a tender low-growing herb that is grown as a perennial in warm, tropical climates. Basil is originally native to Iran, India and other tropical regions of Asia, having been cultivated there for more than 5,000 years. There are many varieties of basil, that which is used in Italian food is typically called sweet basil, as opposed to Thai basil or holy basil, which are used in Asia. It is prominently featured in Italian cuisine, and also plays a major role in the Southeast Asian cuisines of Thai, Vietnamese and Laotian. It grows to between 30–130 cm tall, with opposite, light green, silky leaves 3–11 cm long and 1–6 cm broad. The flowers are quite big, white in color and arranged in a terminal spike. Unusual among Lamiaceae, the four stamens and the pistil are not pushed under the upper lip of the corolla, but lay over the inferior. After entomophilous pollination, the corolla falls off and four round achenes develop inside the bilabiate calyx. The plant tastes somewhat like anise, with a strong, pungent, sweet smell. Basil is very sensitive to cold, with best growth in hot, dry conditions. While most common varieties are treated as annuals, some are perennial, including African Blue and Holy Thai basil.

The word basil comes from the Greek ßas??e?? (basileus), meaning "king", as it is believed to have grown above the spot where St. Constantine and Helen discovered the Holy Cross. The Oxford English Dictionary quotes speculations that basil may have been used in "some royal unguent, bath, or medicine". Basil is still considered the "king of herbs" by many cookery authors. An alternative etymology has "basil" coming from the Latin word basilicus, meaning dragon and being the root for basilisk, but this likely was a linguistic reworking of the word as brought from Greece.

Basil is most commonly recommended to be used fresh; in cooked recipes, it is generally added at the last moment, as cooking quickly destroys the flavour. The fresh herb can be kept for a short time in plastic bags in the refrigerator, or for a longer period in the freezer, after 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 weak coumarin flavour, like hay.

Basil is one of the main ingredients in pesto—a green Italian oil-and-herb sauce from the city of Genoa, its other two main ingredients being olive oil and pine nuts. The most commonly used Mediterranean basil cultivars are "Genovese", "Purple Ruffles", "Mammoth", "Cinnamon", "Lemon", "Globe", and "African Blue". Chinese also use fresh or dried basils in soups and other foods. In Taiwan, people add fresh basil leaves into thick soups (??; gengtang). They also eat fried chicken with deep-fried basil leaves.

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1. What's in a cigarette?
August 15, 2008

Tobacco companies are fighting the disclosure of the ingredients found in cigarettes, claiming it to be a 'trade secret'. But we do know that a cigarette contains over 4,000 chemicals, of which most of them are harmful. Here is the list of substances that are 'harmless' and that we use possibly everyday. 1. Ascorbic Acid 2. Basil Oil 3. Beeswax 4. Butter Oil 5. Caffeine 6. Chocolate 7. Coconut Oil 8. Corn Oil 9. Honey 10. Lavender Oil 11. Malic Acid (found in apples) 12. Plum Juice ( yummy!!!) 13. Tannic Acid (found in tea) 14. Vinegar 15. Yeast Sounds unbelievable huh... (read more)

Author: George Yeo

2. Salmonella Scare: Treating Emetophobia
July 24, 2008

Recently, salmonella outbreaks have been instilling fear in the hearts of US citizens. As recently as February, 2007, salmonella has been showing up in all sorts of foods—more than simply eggs and chicken. Peter Pan peanut butter, tomatoes, Cadbury Schweppes Chocolate, Hershey’s Chocolate, “Wild Kitty” Cat Food, Basil from the Majestic International Spice Corporation of Montebello in California, orange juice by Orchid Island Juice Company, soft cheese, raw milk, and almonds all have been found to contain traces of this deadly bacteria. Salmonella is no longer confined to raw foods such as eggs... (read more)

Author: Jillian Stevens

3. Rituals bath (2)
July 24, 2008

Bath herb: Now that we have already indicated as should take the ritual bath and its significance, noting that the bath are made herbal tea from these herbs. The general procedure is to place a handful of herbs desired and pour a cup of boiling water on her. Having done so, it must be made macerate until it reaches room temperature. After cuélelo. A cup of tea for half of these herbal bath is enough. Basil. The basil is highly valued in their culinary uses and enjoys the magical land of equal or better value. It has a cleaner and protector since clears negativity ... (read more)

Author: martin vargas

4. The Advantages of Windowsill Herb Gardens
July 09, 2008

If you love to cook with parsley, basil, rosemary, or sage, you know that there's nothing like cooking with freshly picked herbs. Even if you purchase these items in the store, they won't have the same vibrant taste as the herbs you grow in your own garden. Chances are, once you start growing your own herbs, you won't want to go back to purchasing them! Cost Effective For the most part, dried herbs will cost you well over $3.00 for a small bottle of a decent brand name. At the same time, the cost of fresh herbs is just as prohibitive - even more so if you want to purchase fresh or... (read more)

Author: Ling Tong

5. Yummy Soups!
July 03, 2008

For many people the idea of a cold soup seems almost verging on the bizarre. Soups are meant to be hot... With possibly the exception of Gazpacho, the only cold soup that many people know about. Yet, around the Mediterranean cold soups are commonplace and even in Britain cold soups were commonly served in the 1910s and 1920s. Indeed, there's nothing as refreshing as a chilled lemon soup or an iced tomato and basil soup, especially on a hot summer's day. Soups aren't just meant to be 'winter warmers' served on a chilly day. A cold or chilled soup can be extremely pleasant on a hot summer's da... (read more)

Author: ginfo1 plus

6. Healthy and Tasty Food
July 03, 2008

Nowadays Italian food is getting popular day by day all over the world. People of every country have started liking this food. If you are one of them who like pasta very much then you must love this cooking because this is one of the main ingredients of most recipes. As with all ethnic foods, this eating uses its own group of spices. These are a number of most popular spices which are used in this cooking; these spices are garlic, oregano, basil and thyme. If you will use fresh spices in your cooking then it will really add a special touch to any dish, but if you are unable to find fresh and t... (read more)

Author: AMIT SINGLA

7. Home Remedies for Asthma, Asthma Treatment
June 30, 2008

Asthma is a very common respiratory disease, it affects the trachea and bronchial tubes by becoming inflamed and plugged with mucus. This causes the airways to narrow, restricting the amount of air going to the lungs, and makes it very difficult to breathe. Asthma can occur in anyone but is very common in children and young adults. Typical symptoms of an asthma attack are coughing, wheezing, tight chest, difficulty breathing. Home Remedies Mix few leaves of holy basil with honey and consume them every morning. It is an effective remedy to keep asthmatic attacks away. Honey is co... (read more)

Author: John Mathew

8. My Cat's A Catnip Addict!
June 26, 2008

My cat Spike loved Aunt Rose at first sight. It was almost embarrassing the way he rolled over on her feet and meowed louder than ever I heard him as he tried to get as close to her as possible. He even jumped upon her lap, continuing to rub his head on her hands and arms. I had never seen him act this way to anyone. She said she'd been working in her garden thinning various herbs and spices that were threatening to take over her lawn. She even brought us a gift of a bag of plants for us to use in our herb garden. Little did we know that she was making our cat a friend for life. ... (read more)

Author: Bob Alexander

9. Chili noodles Chicken and Vegetables
June 25, 2008

Ingredients * 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half (about 1 pound total) * 1 large zucchini * 1 large yellow squash * 2 portobello mushrooms * 2 red bell peppers * 1 fennel bulb * 2 heads of endive * 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine * 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped fine * 1/2 cup fresh basil, shredded * 1 Tbsp. dried oregano or 2 tsp fresh and chopped fine * 1/4 cup olive oil * 1 head red leaf lettuce, chicory, or escarole salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste Instructions Preheat grill. Cut zucchini and yellow squash in half. Cut each half into... (read more)

Author: jaffar aashik

10. School Lunch Ideas For Kids-Healthy Pizza Made Easy!
May 05, 2008

School Lunch Idea: Healthy Pita Pizza’s: Healthy Preschool Snacks & Lunch Menu Ideas This school lunch idea is great for home day care providers or even as a class activity. This school lunch recipe makes about 2 pitas worth (4 pizzas). You can change the toppings for this school lunch idea as desired to the children’s’ liking. School Lunch Idea: What you will need: 1 pkg. whole wheat pitas 1 jar tomato basil sauce 1 pkg. turkey pepperoni 1 green pepper 1 red pepper 1 small onion 1-2 cups shredded marble cheese Italian seasoning spice blend (optional) ... (read more)

Author: Dane Robinson

11. Chili Chicken with Basil and Coconut
April 22, 2008

Thickened with peanuts like some Veracruz sauces, and made with the classic Mexican technique of blending and then frying the sauce ingredients, this mild chili makes for an earthy modern-day meal. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil. Chop the chicken into bite-size pieces and add to the saucepan. Brown the chicken till done, about 10-12 minutes. Add all canned ingredients, then all the spices. Stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with sour cream, cheese, chives or anything you would ... (read more)

Author: vmb john

12. American's Like Eggplant
April 11, 2008

Eggplant is delicious hot or cold and can be enjoyed marinated, stuffed, roasted, grilled, fried, in a casserole, in stews, or on brochettes. Sliced eggplant absorbs oil like a sponge, but a good bread crumb or batter coating will help, and make sure the oil is preheated. Complementary spices include allspice, basil, bay leaves, garlic, chile powder, oregano, sage, thyme, marjoram, and parsley. It's a natural combined with tomatoes and onions, as in the popular dish Ratatouille. When choosing eggplant, look for heavy, firm fruit with unblemished skin. Male eggplants have fewer seeds than the... (read more)

Author: vmb john

13. Aromatherapy Massage Oil
March 10, 2008

Massages are a great way of relaxation, relieving stress and improving the circulation of blood. When the massage is done by aromatherapy lotions, essential and carrier oils the same effect is achieved but the pleasure increases even more. There are different kinds of aromatherapy essential oils that are used and they all have different purposes. Chamomile, lavender, green tea, rosehips, tree barks, eucalyptus, basil, citrus, thyme and lemon seed are some of the natural substances from which these essential oils are extracted. Using the right essential oil is very important to get the right ef... (read more)

Author: Juliet Cohen

14. Remedies For Treating Acne - Get Smooth Skin
March 04, 2008

Acne is usually treated with antibiotics to get rid of resulting scars and cysts as soon as possible. In case of severe acne dermatologist prescribe oral acne drugs especially isotretinoin which unblocks pores and prevents pimples. Following are some widely used remedies for treating acne: Basil: Dried basil leaves along with boiling water should be applied on affected areas with a cotton ball. Beans: Face wash made with the help of boiling green beans and dried chamomile flowers should be used at least three times a day in order to fight acne. Apply the cinnamon powder- lemon j... (read more)

Author: Peter sams

15.

These Are The Ingredients Used For Making The Pepperoni Pizza
February 12, 2008

Pizza-meaningPizza is one of the most famous and widely used dishes in all the parts of world. Pizza is considered a very famous dish through out the world. In United States of America the pizzas are popularly known as "pizza pie". Pizzas are available in various shapes and sizes and in a variety.Ingredients used in the pizzaSome of the commonly used ingredients used in pizza are as follows:-Yeast, the yeast is used in the pizza for the preparation of the dough.Salt and sugar is for the preparation of the dough. Pepper, basil, herbs are used for toppings. Various types of vegetables are also ... (read more)

Author: Muna wa Wanjiru

16. Salvia Hispanica - One of the Most Healthful Herbs Available
January 27, 2008

If you remember what a “chia pet” was, you know what salvia hispanica is. For the uninitiated, salva hispanica is actually a member of the mint family, and therefore related to popular dried herbs and organic spices such as spearmint, peppermint, oregano, basil and marjoram. It is perhaps one of the most healthful bulk organic herbs available. If you are in the market for wholesale bulk spice, chia is definitely one of the most wholesome bulk herbs you can buy. Is it Really Spanish? Although salvia hispanica – more commonly known as chia - is native to the Valley of Mexico, its ... (read more)

Author: Anne Harvester

17. Tasty and Healthy Italian Food
January 11, 2008

Nowadays Italian food is getting popular day by day all over the world. People of every country have started liking this food. If you are one of them who like pasta very much then you must love this cooking because this is one of the main ingredients of most recipes. As with all ethnic foods, this eating uses its own group of spices. These are a number of most popular spices which are used in this cooking; these spices are garlic, oregano, basil and thyme. If you will use fresh spices in your cooking then it will really add a special touch to any dish, but if you are unable to find fresh and t... (read more)

Author: Steve Buchanan

18. Basil Essential Oil Can Heal And Treat Many Ailments.
November 15, 2007

Most people are familiar with basil as a herb. It adds flavor and fragrance to a host of dishes. It is synonymous with Italian cooking as the key ingredient in soups and pesto. It is also used in Spanish and French cooking. The basil plant originated for South East Asia and it is also common in cooking in many countries around that region. You will find basil leaves used in Thai and Vietnamese dishes for instance. Despite the widespread use in food it is not commonly known that it makes a particularly useful essential oil that can treat a range of ailments and illnesses through aromatherapy. T... (read more)

Author: Adrian Whittle

19. Chicken Fried Steak Recipe Is Awesome
November 11, 2007

I'd like to share this chicken fried steak recipe because my family loves it and they always ask me to cook it again. It can be served at home, potluck, or special party. Ingredients of chicken fried steak recipe: 1/2 cup flour 1 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper to taste 1 1/2 pounds boneless beef round stead, cut 3/4-inch thick 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups beef broth or stock Step by step of chicken fried steak recipe: Combine flour and seasonings in a small... (read more)

Author: Deedee Purneim

20. Benefits of Tulsi - A herbal supplement
November 01, 2007

Tulsi is a herbal supplement that develops real strength in the body & gives protection against stress & common ailments. It clears the aura and strengthens the immune system. On account of its innumerable time-tested applications, Tulsi plant is most revered by Indian & called 'Sacred Basil' which is grown in every home & used for common ailments & general well-being. As shown by clinical trials, the plant increased physical and mental endurance, protected animals from physical, chemical, biological and emotional stress. It exhibited A Potent Anti-Stress Property attributed to Eleutherdc... (read more)

Author: Mr. Anil

21. larp ta lay[thai-food]
October 27, 2007

larp ta lay components 3 banana squids , 100 sea mussel gram meats , 10 shrimps are fish meat estimates the thicket slices enough [ when ] 100 gram words 1 lane tablespoon shallot , 1 lane tablespoon parsley , rice roasts 2 powdery the tablespoon , 1 fish sauce is tablespoon , 1/2 1 lime tablespoon peppermint cup juice is green vegetables , such as , sweet basil parsley , the lettuce is white The way does 1. wash the squid , take the part that can't eat to go out , spread out the squid goes out , cut off tabular frequently , slice enough [ when ] the word stops 2. add the ebb ... (read more)

Author: pipat pongsaunsri

22. Miraculous Basil - Health Benefits Of Basil
October 20, 2007

The basil is a herbaceous annual culture plant, ramified from the ground, 20-60 cm tall with hairy stems, round-oval leaves and white or reddish flowers. Native to India, basil was held in great reverence and was used by Indians to swear their oaths in court upon. In Italy, on the other hand, it symbolises love.. Italian suitors signalled their love by courting with a sprig of basil in their hair. In Mexico it is carried around in the hope of returning a lover’s roving eye. Tulsi because of its great healing property has been indicated in variety of diseases. Being ushan (hot) ... (read more)

Author: Francis Adam

23. Chicken Casserole Recipe Is Really Wonderful
October 19, 2007

The chicken casserole recipes are wonderful and give us a new view of how we look at chili chicken. You will learn once you begin to try other countries chili chicken recipes that many spices and ingredients can make delectable sauces that everyone will love. Chicken Casserole Recipe #1 Ingredients: 2 t olive oil 1 t basil 1 t salt 1/2 ts cumin 1/2 c green pepper diced 1/2 c celery diced 2 apples cored and sliced 2 cn kidney beans (14 oz each) un drained 2 c onion finely sliced 2 cl garlic crushed 2 lg chicken breasts boned skinned, and diced 2 t chili powder 3 c... (read more)

Author: Deedee Purneim

24. Basil - King of All Herbs a Healthy and Tasty Herb For All
September 16, 2007

The herb basil is used in cooking universally, and also for medicinal purposes. It’s a great herb and one everyone should consider using in their diet. Lets look at why in greater detail. Basil or ocimum basilicum is a member of the mint family, and is most likely a native of India. The herb is steeped in history, and has a colorful cultural past. The word basil is from the Greek, vassilios or king. It got this name in Greek, supposedly as it was found growing besides the True Cross, which was discovered by the Byzantine Emperor Constantine and his mother Queen ... (read more)

Author: sacha tarkovsky

25. New Characters for Season Three of Prison Break
July 09, 2007

After the string of unexpected deaths on Prison Break Season two, the highly anticipated season three promises to return with some new characters that will hopefully infuse more thrill and action to the Fox series. With Michael Scofield (Wentworth Miller) now in Sona prison, producers are pondering on the idea of him forging some new alliances within the gloomy penitentiary. And to bring light to the Scofield brothers’ link with the mystifying military scientists, season three will also shed some light to Basil Island Research Facility’s curiosity in Michael’s inclination to escape from p... (read more)

Author: groshan fabiola

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