Basil: An Herb Lover's Guide

by Thomas DeBaggio, Susan Belsinger

Basil takes you on an ambrosial journey of flavor and fragrance. Your guides for this savory expedition are a gardener and a chef. The gardener teaches you all you need to know to grow beautiful and aromatic basil with ease. The chef teaches you how to cook with basil to enjoy the utmost flavor. Complete with in-depth discussion on nearly fifty varieties and thirty-six receipes ranging from appetizers through desserts, Basil is the definitive book on this saucy herb.

144 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1996

Reviews

[Shelley · Rating 5 out of 5]

More info than I could possibly need to start growing basil. The most useful section of the book (for my needs) discusses the characteristics and uses of different varieties. Can't wait to start growing.