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http://www.almanac.com/plant/basil
http://healthyliving.trcc.org/recipes/sun-dried-tomato-and-basil-pinwheels
http://foodfacts.mercola.com/basil.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basil

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. After the seedlings have their first six leaves, prune to above the second set.

. Every time a branch has six to eight leaves, repeat pruning the branches back to their first set of leaves.

. The best time to harvest is right when the plant starts to bud (before the flowers bloom).

Basil is most pungent when it is fresh.

. If pruned regularly, twelve basil plants will produce 4 to 6 cups of leaves per week.

The best method for storing basil is freezing. Freezing will prevent the plant from losing any of its flavor. . To quick-freeze basil, dry whole sprigs of basil and package them in airtight plastic bags.

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1. Basil requires 6 weeks indoors
2. Ensure your outdoor site gets 6 to 8 hours of full Sun daily; soil should be moist and well-drained.
3. plant the seeds/seedlings in the ground about ¼-inch deep. The soil should be around 70ºF for best growth.

4. Plant the seeds/seedlings about 10 to 12 inches apart. They should grow to about 12 to 24 inches in height. For smaller plants, plant farther apart (about 16 to 24 inches).

5. During the dry periods in summer, water the plants freely.

Remember to pinch out the flower heads as soon as they appear to make sure that the leaves will continue growing.

6. If you’re planning on cooking with these plants, plant in clean soil (don’t use fertilizers that leave harmful residues) and grow them away from driveways and busy streets so that exhaust won’t settle on the plants.

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Basil is a herb used in pastas, desserts, soups etc. But one of the most healthiest ways to eat Basil, is when it is paired with tomato. This is the most common pairing with Basil. Garlic is also common to pair with Basil and is mostly used for Pesto.                             Since Basil is part of the mint family, it makes sense that basil and mint go well together. You can add a combination of the two herbs in any recipe that uses mint.

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Basil is a herb used in pastas, desserts, soups etc. But one of the most healthiest ways to eat Basil, is when it is paired with tomato. This is the most common pairing with Basil. Garlic is also common to pair with Basil and is mostly used for Pesto.                             Since Basil is part of the mint family, it makes sense that basil and mint go well together. You can add a combination of the two herbs in any recipe that uses mint.

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400g pasta
4 tblsp olive oil
1 red onion, thinly sliced
2 clove garlic, minced
800g canned diced tomatoes2 tsp caster sugar
Salt and pepper, to season
1 cup basil leaves, shredded
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese

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Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling salted water, following packet directions until tender. Drain. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium heat. Add onion. Cook for 3 minutes or until softened. Add garlic. Cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add tomatoes and sugar. Bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add basil and pasta to tomato mixture. Serve

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Basil, also known as the 'great basil' or 'Saint-Joseph's-wort', belongs to the herb family 'Lamiaceae'. The origins of Basil is believed to be from India, but are one of the most popular herbs globally. There are over 35 types of basil and come in a range of sizes.

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Vitamins and minerals in Basil includes iron, calcium, manganese, magnesium, vitamin C and potassium.

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Sun-dried tomato and basil pinwheels ingredients (20 serves)

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Sun-dried tomato and basil pinwheels ingredients (20 serves)

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8 ounces Cream Cheese

1/2 cup lightly packed Sun-dried Tomatoes, chopped

1/4 cup lightly packed Frozen Spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

2 large Garlic Cloves, minced

1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, plus more for serving

2 large Flour Tortillas

24 Fresh Basil Leaves, divided

Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

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Sun dried tomato and basil pinwheels procedure

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Sun dried tomato and basil pinwheels procedure

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Watch these basil tortilla wraps turn into delicious pinwheels - perfect for a party appetizer or on-the-go-snack. A sun-dried tomato cream cheese spread makes this fun finger food irresistible.

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Spinach-Basil Green Minestrone Soup ingredients (4 serves)

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Spinach-Basil Green Minestrone Soup ingredients (4 serves)

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2 tablespoons coconut oil
4 ounces thick cut nitrate/nitrate-free prosciutto, chopped into 1-inch pieces
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 stalks of celery with leaves, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, finely minced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 bay leaf
16 oz cannellini beans
16 oz garbanzo beans
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
8 cups chicken broth
1 cup mini penne pasta
½ pound green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
10 ounces spinach, stems removed and coarsely chopped
½ cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh basil

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This was my first attempt at doing a time-lapse video. I did this using a cheap webcam in 2011. It's far from perfect, but meh, here it is.

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Spinach-Basil Green Minestrone Soup procedure

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Spinach-Basil Green Minestrone Soup procedure

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1. Heat a large pot over medium high heat. Add oil and prosciutto. Sauté for 2 minutes, then add onions, celery, garlic, zucchini, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

2. Add white beans, garbanzo beans, and chicken broth. Cover and bring to a boil.

3. Add pasta and green beans and cook for 8 minutes, or until pasta is tender. Stir in spinach to wilt, about 1 minute. Stir in cheese and serve in soup bowls. Top with basil

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Basil can help the human body in various ways including playing part of your immune system such as liver protection and diabetes prevention. Basil also fights off diseases such as Cancer and can be mentally beneficial because it acts as a anti-stress solution.

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Basil is most often served with pasta. Reactions between basil and flour may cause an unappetizing brown color to the pasta. When serving pesto with pasta, add a squeeze of lemon juice to the pasta cooking water to help keep the pasta from turning dark.