Gourmet Garden™ Lightly Dried Basil is simply fresh basil that has been conveniently washed and chopped for you, and packed into a handy click and stack bowl. Our Basil is picked when the essential oils are at their peak to maximize the fresh flavor, color and aroma. Basil is best added at the end of your cooking and pairs perfectly with beef, bell peppers, chicken, eggs, salads, onion, pasta, tomatoes & zucchini. Keep refrigerated.