{"product_id":"genovese-basil-2oz-clamshell","title":"Genovese Basil (2oz clamshell)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"200\"\u003eGrown just outside Denton, this Genovese basil comes from Ladybug Lane Veggies’ thoughtfully managed quarter-acre garden, harvested fresh for the week and handled with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16fwv6t\" data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"229\"\u003eWhat makes it different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eThis is the classic Italian basil everyone wants in their kitchen: lush, fragrant, and deeply aromatic with that sweet, slightly peppery flavor that makes tomatoes, olive oil, pasta, eggs, and summer vegetables instantly better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eGenovese basil is especially loved for pesto because of its tender leaves, rich essential oils, and balanced flavor. It’s bold enough to carry a sauce, but delicate enough to tear fresh over a finished dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eLadybug Lane grows using Earth-friendly, sustainable practices that prioritize living soil and ecosystem balance over speed or volume. When herbs are grown with that kind of care, you can smell it the second you open the bunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"vecmwb\" data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"933\"\u003eHow we love to use it at home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eTorn over tomatoes, mozzarella, and good olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003eBlended into pesto for pasta, sandwiches, eggs, or roasted vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eLayered into grilled cheese, paninis, or fresh summer sandwiches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eStirred into soups, beans, or pasta right at the end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eScattered over pizza, flatbread, or roasted squash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eBlended into basil oil, dressings, or compound butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eThis is one of those herbs that makes dinner feel like you tried harder than you did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vz74cm\" data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; freshness tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eTreat it like a bouquet: trim the stems and place in a glass of water on the counter, away from direct sunlight. Basil is cold-sensitive, so avoid storing it in the fridge if you can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eFor best flavor, use within 3–5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eIf the leaves start to soften, don’t toss them: blend into pesto, basil oil, dressing, or freeze with olive oil in an ice cube tray for easy future cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1jfyacv\" data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eA gentle note on practices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"2054\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eLadybug Lane Veggies isn’t certified organic by choice. Instead of investing in certification, Natalie invests directly in sustainable, Earth-friendly farming practices that go beyond the baseline and focus on long-term ecosystem health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ladybug Lane Veggies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45212990013549,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/7521\/7261\/files\/IMG_9321.jpg?v=1779556003","url":"https:\/\/localmarkethouse.com\/products\/genovese-basil-2oz-clamshell","provider":"The Local Markethouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}