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The name basil for the herb is from the Greek word basileus meaning king. Basilica, a type of Roman Catholic church, comes from the same word.
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Is basil a spice?
Basil is a common herb in Italian cooking.
In what forms are basil commonly used?
Basil is commonly used as a fresh herb.
What is the difference between a herb and a spice?
A spice is any substance that is used to alter the flavor of food, which includes such things as salt, which is a mineral and not an herb, or cinnamon, which is derived from tree bark and thus is also not an herb. The term herb really applies only to a leaf that has some flavor that we value, such as basil or oregano. Many spices do not derive from leaves.
What herb keeps flies away?
Basil
What is main herb in pesto sauce?
Basil
How do you say Tukmaria in English?
Tukmaria usually refers to the herb "basil" or "sweet basil".
What is basil thyme?
Basil thyme is a variety of aromatic herb, Latin name Clinopodiu acinos.
What does does basil mean?
basil means tulsi. a herb which have medicinal value. it is worshipped in Indian houses.
Where is the basilica of st basil?
Red Square, Moscowhttp://pictures.traveladventures.org/images/moscow1
What is the name of a herb beginning with the letter B?
basil
What herb used in bolognese sauce?
Oregano or basil
What kind of rock is basil?
basil is not a rock its a type of herb if you want to know more go to google. :)
