BASIL -

Dried basil is fresh basil that has been dried and preserved as a dried herb. Basil is a popular aromatic herb in Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, and is often used fresh in dishes to add flavor and aroma. However, dried basil can also be used to add flavor to dishes, although it has a milder and less intense flavor than fresh basil. It is often used in Italian dishes, such as sauces, pastas and pizzas, as well as in salads and marinades. Dried basil can be used in many ways in the kitchen to add flavor and aroma to dishes. Dried basil is a common ingredient in Italian sauces such as tomato sauce, bolognese sauce, and pesto sauce. Just add a teaspoon of dried basil to your sauce while cooking to add flavor. Dried basil can be used to flavor marinades for meats, fish or vegetables. Just add a teaspoon of dried basil to your marinade before pouring it over your ingredients. Dried basil can be used to add flavor and aroma to soups. Add a teaspoon of dried basil to your soup at the start of cooking to allow the flavors to meld. It is often used in Italian pasta dishes. Add a teaspoon of dried basil to your pasta sauce or sprinkle it directly over cooked pasta before serving. It can be used to flavor salads. Mix a teaspoon of dried basil with olive oil and vinegar for a simple yet flavorful dressing. It's important to note that dried basil has a milder flavor than fresh basil, so you might need to use a little more to get the same taste.