What's a Basil Sprig?

Ever wonder, what’s a basil sprig? Some recipes call for a “basil sprig”, but don’t explain what it actually is.

A basil sprig is a cluster of basil leaves held together with the stem. They can be used in sauces, soups and stocks for a wonderful, fresh basil flavor.

I like to add a fresh sprig of basil to my marinara sauce right at the end. The fresh taste of basil is just enough when cooked for about 5-7 minutes.

Anthony Valentine, Kidney-Friendly Chef (125)

Founder & Director Anthony Valentine graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in Culinary Arts & Nutrition in 2013. He was later diagnosed with IGA Nephropathy (IGAN) in April 2017. On January 31st, 2019, he received a new kidney from his mother. Post-transplant life will never be the same, and neither will his diet. So, combining his diagnosis of IGAN with his degree in culinary arts and nutrition, he created Cukebook.org. Cukebook is a website that documents recipes, guides, tools, and resources designed to help people fighting chronic kidney disease.

Post-transplant life will never be the same, and neither will his diet. So, combining his diagnosis of IGAN with his degree in culinary arts and nutrition, he created Cukebook.org. Cukebook is a website that documents recipes, guides, tools, and resources designed to help people fighting chronic kidney disease.

What’s a Basil Sprig?

Anthony Valentine, Kidney-Friendly Chef (125)

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