Cinnamon basil

As the name implies, Cinnamon Basil has a slight cinnamon-y taste to it. I wouldn’t start making cinnamon rolls with it, but there are certain savory dishes that it is a perfect compliment t…

If you are familiar with Mediterranean dishes, you will already know how enjoyable regular sweet basil — also known as Genovese basil — can be if you use it correctly. Cinnamon basil is a relative of

Thanks to its cinnamate compound, this basil variety is beneficial against diarrhoea, constipation, kidney problems, cough, headache and warts. The cinnamon flavour makes it a favourite in Thai and Italian cuisines.For maximum, and immediate benefit, a tea infusion using the herb is highly recommended: • 4 cups of water • 3 cups of cinnamon basil leaves • 4 bags of black tea • Thinly sliced orange • Honey to taste Boil the water, adding the basil leaves and teabags. A few minutes afte

As the name implies, Cinnamon Basil has a slight cinnamon-y taste to it. I wouldn’t start making cinnamon rolls with it, but there are certain savory dishes that it is a perfect compliment t…

Find Cinnamon Basil (Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon') in Lafayette, Louisiana (LA) at All Seasons Nursery

Cinnamon Basil Cookies

I bet you already know some familiar basil types like sweet basil, Genovese basil, or Thai basil, but what about other varieties? They deserve some love

We did a detailed post on Cinnamon Basil back in 2013, however since that time I have discovered a number of new ideas for using it, so I thought I would share that as a Mini Herb of the Week. Cinnamon Basil has lovely purple edges and purple stems making it a joy to have in the garden from a visual stand point, then you have the cinnamon scent and this is just a bonus. The subtle cinnamon flavor with a hint of basil goes with both sweet and savory dishes. Cinnamon Basil Apple Spread 8 ounce…

Sweet buttery shortbread cookies are infused with fresh cinnamon basil for a unique cookie.