Dried Basil Herb A difficult plant to grow fresh, so handy when kept as a dry herb. Basil is a beautifully aromatic herb. Commonly used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Basil works well in Pasta dishes and basil leaves added to a salad with fresh ground Black pepper is a delight to the taste buds! Why not try adding dried basil & sun-blushed tomatoes to your bread mix?