Genovese basil
Genovese basil, also known as Italian basil, is a specific cultivar of basil originating in the Italian region of Liguria. It is widely used in Italian cuisine and considered the essential ingredient for authentic Genovese pesto, a traditional sauce historically produced in the Italian city of Genoa and the broader region. Genovese basil is a certified protected designation of origin (PDO) product of Liguria and the communes of Genoa, Imperia, Savona.
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