Basil 'Genovese'

Herb

Origin

Italy.

Fun fact

Ancient Greeks called basil the “royal herb.” To Romans, it symbolised love and fertility. Italian suitors proclaimed their love by sporting sprigs of basil in their hair.

Taste Profile

Basil 'Genovese' is sweet, spicy and peppery, with hints of clove and mint. The complexity in aromas give this herb its unique, fresh essence.

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Use

Classic use example

Basil 'Genovese' it's a main ingredient of many sauces and especially in pesto, the traditional Genovese sauce.

Basil 'Genovese' is one of the most used herbs in the Italian and Italian-American cuisine. It pairs well fresh with pastas, pizzas, seafood and poultry dishes.

Basil leaves can added to all kinds of salads to deliver a fresh feeling to them.

Special use example

Basil 'Genovese' leaves can be used in desserts and sweets. Try making Basil 'Genovese' ice cream!