BASIL

Sweet basil has soft, shiny, bright green leaves with a srong aroma . Found fresh in summer, it has a rich, mild peppery taste that blends well with garlic and lemon. Basil goes exceptionally well with tomatoes and is the base ingredient in pesto sauce. Basil mixes well with eggs, potato and can be used whole or chopped in green salads. Basil is very popular in Greek, Italian and French cooking.