Basil paste recipe: 59 photos
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Just a squeeze adds aromatic sweetness to Italian dishes like bruschetta, minestrone soup, Caprese salad, pasta pesto and pizza.
Place the basil leaves in the bowl of a food processor. Drizzle with 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Pulse, then process until finely chopped to form a paste, adding a little more olive oil as needed so the paste is barely covered with oil.
1 cube of basil paste should be close to 1 tbsp of chopped basil.
Nutrient boost: Basil is a good source of essential nutrients such as vitamin K, manganese, calcium and magnesium. These nutrients play roles in bone health, blood clotting and overall well-being, which are important considerations for cancer patients undergoing treatment.
Basil extract might decrease blood pressure in some people. Taking basil extract along with medications used for lowering high blood pressure might cause your blood pressure to go too low. Do not take too much basil if you are taking medications for high blood pressure.