Basil Genovese - fresh organic

Local organically (biodynamically, in fact) grown Genovese basil from Moss Valley Market Garden just outside Sheffield.

As fresh as you can get, short of growing in your own garden.

"One of the most popular varieties of basil found in grocery stores, Genovese basil (Ocimum basilicum ‘Genovese’) is also sometimes referred to as Italian basil. It is very similar to sweet basil, and the two are often confused.

This type features large, bright green, slightly shiny leaves that have a sweet, aromatic flavor. The leaves are usually a slightly darker shade of green compared to sweet basil.

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This variety is well-suited for making pesto, adding to tomato sauces, and also works nicely fresh in salads or sandwiches. It has a sweet, yet robust flavor, with hints of anise, that stands up well to cooking. Genovese is a versatile type that is widely used in Italian and Mediterranean cuisines."