A Quick Bite of Basil

It's tasty, contains antioxidants, and has been cultivated for 3,000 years. Nina Simonds explains the different types and many uses of the herb.

Updated Apr. 24, 2017 2:44PM ET / Published Sep. 08, 2011 3:40PM ET

It's tasty, contains antioxidants, and has been cultivated for 3,000 years. Nina Simonds explains the different types and many uses of the herb.