basil

Basil also called great basil, is a culinary herb. It is a tender plant, and is used in cuisines worldwide
Basil also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints).
Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. It is a tender plant, and is used in cuisines worldwide.
There are many varieties of basil. The type used commonly as a flavour is typically called sweet basil (or Genovese basil), as opposed to Thai basil, lemon basil, and holy basil.

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    Pasta with cherry tomatoes and smoked paprika

    Wholemeal short pasta with cherry tomatoes, basil and smoked paprika powder.
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