basil
Basil is rich in antioxidants, particularly polyphenols, and provides vitamin K, vitamin A, and trace minerals. Essential oils in basil, including eugenol and linalool, contribute to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
About
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a tender annual herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family, native to central Africa and Southeast Asia. It is characterized by soft, aromatic leaves that range from bright to deep green, with smooth to slightly ruffled margins depending on cultivar. The flavor profile is warm, peppery, and slightly sweet, with subtle notes of anise and clove. Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) is the most common culinary variety, though Thai basil (Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflorum), holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum), and African blue basil represent distinct cultivars with different flavor intensities and aromatic compounds.
Culinary Uses
Basil is fundamental to Mediterranean, Southeast Asian, and Indian cuisines. In Italian cooking, it anchors pesto and garnishes Caprese salads, pasta dishes, and tomato-based preparations. Southeast Asian cuisines feature Thai and holy basil in curries, stir-fries, and aromatic broths. The herb is best used fresh, added at the end of cooking to preserve its volatile aromatic oils, though it may be incorporated into oils, vinegars, and dried applications. Basil pairs exceptionally well with tomatoes, garlic, lemon, mozzarella, and coconut, making it versatile across both raw and cooked applications.
Recipes Using basil (345)
Mushroom Bolognese
Mushroom Bolognese from the Recidemia collection
Mushroom-Potato Salad with White Beans
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Mussel Rice Soup
Makes 8 servings
Nantucket Shepherd's Pie
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Neapolitan Sauce
# Place bell pepper, onion, celery, garlic and oil in medium saucepan. # Cook and stir over medium h
Old-fashioned Beef Stew
From Menu and Recipes Week 10/14/07 From "Catsrecipes Y-Group"
Old-fashioned Pinto Bean Soup
Many families have an old-fashioned bean soup recipe that's been handed down for generations. This one has been lightened up in fat and sodium delicious served with black bean cornbread. com Source: Magic Beans, 1996 by Patti Bazel Geil.
Pacific Garden Salad
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Panzanella I
Italian bread salad. The consistency is comparable to potato or rice salad. Everything is moist and clinging together but it isnit soupy nor is it dry.
Pasta in Southwestern Sauce
Makes 2 servings
Pasta Salad Niçoise
The following recipe meets the "5 A Day for Better Health" program criteria.
Pasta Vegetable Soup
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Pryor estate in Grapevine, Texas in 1996.
Pasta with a Twist
Pasta with a Twist from the Recidemia collection
Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Pasta with Green Beans and Mushrooms
Contributed by [http://Groups.Yahoo.Com/Group/World_Recipes/ World Recipes Y-Group]
Pasta with Peas, Prosciutto and Basil Cream Sauce
Pasta with Peas Prosciutto and Basil Cream Sauce from the Public Health Cookbook by the Seattle & King County Department of Public Health—original source of recipe, public domain government resource : 40 minutes : 4
Pawtucket Chili
Pawtucket Chili from the Recidemia collection
Pear Zinfandel Ice
Pear Zinfandel Ice from the Recidemia collection
Penne alla Pesto
Original recipe Prep Time: 15 Minutes Servings: 4
Penne Mediterranean Delight Salad
By Chef Antonio Cecconi Original recipe Prep Time: 25 minutes | Chill: 2 hours 8 side servings
Penne Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce
Penne Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Penne Primavera
This can be a satisfying vegetarian meal in itself. You can add cubed chicken or shrimp for a complete meal. Substitute in-season vegetables, dial up or minimize the heat by controlling the amount of red pepper flakes.
Penne Rigate all Tricolore
Penne rigate with roasted red pepper sauce by Chef Antonio Cecconi. Spicy and creamy, this sauce is made up of ingredients that have all the colors of the Italian flag.
Penne with Eggplant, Olives and Feta
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Penne with Summer Squash
Penne with Summer Squash from the Recidemia collection
Pesto Soup
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Philly Cheese Tomato Basil Dip with Italian Dressing
Contributed by [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catsrecipes/ Catsrecipes Y-Group] * Makes 1¾ cups of d
Picook's Pesto Sauce
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Pilar's Baby Lima Bean Casserole
Authentic, homestyle foods, regional wines, and culinary traditions of Chile. Lima beans - Chilean style - are similar to our baked beans. These are cooked until soft with tomato and basil.
Pita Crisps
Pita Crisps can be used to scoop dips, or with soups or to fill or top with anything you desire.
Pita Snacks
Syrian Bread is used in this snack. I make these all year and especially during the summer. My guests are disappointed if I don't supply these as one of our appetizers.
Polenta Pie
Polenta is an Italian term for a type of corn meal used in northern Italy, and pizza base was originally made with iit.
Pork and Lima Skillet
Pork and Lima Skillet-This is an unusually flavored recipe, delightful with all the basil!
Pork Chops with Vegetables
Pork Chops with Vegetables from the Recidemia collection
Porotos Granados
This recipe is Chilean, so I put it in the Mexican category. Can't wait to try this myself. It's from a special edition of Saveur, The Best of Tex-Mex Cooking.
Portuguese-style Roast
This recipe taken from www.Portuguese-recipes.com
Potato Pudding II
Potato Pudding
Potato Soup I
Potato Soup I from the Recidemia collection
Puttanesca Sauce over Spaghetti
This recipe comes from an Estate Sale and were obtained when The Family Collection from The Wetzel Estate in Plano, Texas was purchased in 1982.
Quick-n-Dirty Vegetable Sauce
) of sauce is enough. Good veggies for this: mushroom, zucchini, broccoli, spinach, artichoke heart, green bean, acorn squash.
Ranch Dressing
Makes 3 1/2 cups, takes 15 minutes to prepare. This is a great dressing to use for, just not salads, but for sandwiches and as a dip with crudités.
Red lentil lasagna
Red lentil lasagna from the Recidemia collection
Red Pepper and Zucchini Quiche
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Rice and Lentil Salad I
I didn't measure, but I used perhaps half a cup, maybe as much as a cup, total, just enough to moisten everything. I let it sit in the refrigerator all day, to let the flavors mix.
Rice Mozzarella
Rice Mozzarella from the Recidemia collection
Rice Paper-wrapped Fish
Rice Paper-wrapped Fish A dish that takes no time to whip up, but good for a normal meal or finger food for a party you are organizing. it's worth it! From Donna Hay's Dining cookbook.
Rice Primavera Salad
Rice Primavera Salad from the Recidemia collection
Ricotta Lasagne
Ricotta Lasagne is a baked pasta dish.
Rigatoni pasta with Ricotta in Tomato Cream Sauce
Pasta with Ricotta cheese in a tomato cream sauce topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Ritzy Sloppy Joes
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Wadley Estate in Allen, Texas in 1990.