Native to the Middle East and prized worldwide, Watkins Organic Basil is sourced for its fresh, peppery taste. Traditionally paired with tomatoes or vegetables, Basil also enhances the flavors of soups and meats. 

​Watkins Organic ​Basil is great used in the following:

1. All tomato dishes
2. Peas
3. Squash
4. String beans
5. potatoes
6. spinach
7. French and Russian dressings
8. sprinkle on salads
9. beans soup
10. pea soup
11. Manhattan clam chowder
12. broiled lamb chops
13. venison
14. beef
15. lamb
16. veal stews
17. veal roasts
18. shrimp
19. shrimp creole
20. boiled and steamed lobster
21. spaghetti sauce
22. scrambled eggs & souffles.

Watkins Organic Allspice is compatible with fruit compote, preserves, baked bananas, all cranberry dishes; spice cake, molasses cookies; spiced wine; beets, spinach, squash, turnips, red cabbage, carrots; green pea soup, meat loaf, hamburgers, beef stew, baked ham, lamb, meat gravies; mincemeat, boiled fish, pickles, pickle - relishes, tapioca pudding, & chocolate pudding.  

Are you tired of always reaching for the same seasonings when cooking? Allspice could be the perfect addition to your spice collection! Its warm, fragrant flavor adds depth to both sweet and savory dishes.

​Here are 25 additional creative ways to use allspice in your cooking:

1. Add a pinch to your morning oatmeal for a warm, comforting flavor.
2. Mix with cinnamon and sugar for a tasty topping on toast.
3. Use in marinades for grilled meats for a Caribbean twist.
4. Sprinkle on roasted vegetables for a unique flavor profile.
5. Incorporate into homemade BBQ sauce for a hint of warmth.
6. Mix into homemade granola for a flavorful crunch.
7. Infuse in simple syrup for cocktails or desserts.
8. Add to chili or stew for a rich, deep flavor.
9. Mix with butter and spread on corn on the cob.
10. Sprinkle on baked apples for a classic dessert.
11. Add to pancake or waffle batter for a cozy breakfast.
12. Mix with chocolate for a unique dessert flavor.
13. Stir into hot chocolate for a warming drink.
14. Add to homemade applesauce for a flavorful twist.
15. Incorporate into homemade ice cream for a spiced treat.
16. Mix into whipped cream for a unique topping.
17. Sprinkle on popcorn for a gourmet snack.
18. Add to mulled cider for a festive drink.
19. Mix into homemade cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving.
20. Use in gingerbread or spice cookies for a warm flavor.
21. Add to roasted nuts for a flavorful snack.
22. Mix with yogurt and honey for a tasty dip.
23. Infuse in olive oil for a flavorful salad dressing.
24. Incorporate into pumpkin pie for a classic fall dessert.
25. Sprinkle on roasted sweet potatoes for a tasty side dish.
    With these 25 uses for allspice, you'll never run out of ideas for incorporating this versatile spice into your cooking repertoire!