Every year in August, my husband skips the flowers and brings home a bushel basket of basil from the farmers' market for only $25. I'm always able to turn that gift into a freezer full of delicious homemade pesto. You see, while basil is native to Asia and Africa, it's Italy that has instilled this herb into our hearts ever since pesto became one of the world's most loved sauces. No surprise then that in Italy (and in my home!), basil is a symbol of love.
The healing benefits of basil and a nutritious salad recipe
