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Basil
Markon First Crop (MFC) Basil's aromatic clove and anise-like flavors spice up meals for pennies per plate.
Product Details
Shelf Life:
Julian pack date.
Storage Temperature:
45°-50°F (7°-10°C)
Ethylene Producing:
No
Ethylene Sensitive:
Yes
Kosher:
No
Available Offerings from Markon for Basil
| Description | Net Weight | Pack | GTIN | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basil | 1 pounds or .45 kilograms | 1 LB | 0 06 11628 91480 0 | 6 11628 91480 0 |
| Basil | 1 pounds or .45 kilograms | 2/.50 LB | 1 06 11628 91482 1 | 6 11628 91482 4 |
| Basil | .50 pounds or .23 kilograms | .50 LB | 0 06 11628 91490 9 | 6 11628 91490 9 |
| Basil | .25 pounds or .12 kilograms | .25 LB | 0 06 11628 91500 5 | 6 11628 91500 5 |
| Basil | pounds or kilograms | 6 COUNT | 0 06 11628 91501 2 | 6 11628 91501 2 |
Storage Tips:
Keep in original containers; store at proper temperatures; keep away from ethylene producing items.
Handling Tips:
Handle as little as possible to reduce bruising and premature spoilage; do not wash until ready to use. Rinse whole fruits and vegetables in clean running water prior to using.
General Usage Ideas
- Stir chopped basil and pineapple chunks into shrimp salad; serve on toasted lavash.
- Whisk together minced shallots, Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, basil, orange juice, and rice wine vinegar; serve vinaigrette with salads or fish.
Fall / Winter Usage Ideas:
- Layer lasagna noodles with béchamel sauce, fresh basil, sautéed MFC Mushrooms, RSS Triple-Washed Spinach, ricotta, and mozzarella cheese; bake until cheese is brown and bubbly
- Roast spaghetti squash until soft; remove from shell, separating strands like pasta; toss with vinaigrette made with ample amounts of fresh basil and RSS Peeled Garlic
- Stew browned rabbit with chopped MFC Tomatoes, RSS Peeled Garlic, RSS Sliced Onions, Kalamata olives, capers, white wine, and fresh basil
Spring / Summer Usage Ideas:
- Purée chopped and seeded MFC Tomatoes with fresh basil, RSS Onions, and cream cheese; simmer with milk until soup is thinned; season with salt and cracked pepper; top with basil leaves
Did You Know?
Herbs are one of the oldest agricultural products. Egyptian records from as early as 2800 B.C. mention their role in food, medicine, cosmetics, perfumes, dyes and magic.
Nutritional Information
Serving Size 3 grams
Calories 0
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 0g0%
Total Carbohydrate 0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 0g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 10mg0%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients:
This product contains basil.
Allergen Information:
No known allergens in this product.