Cicero: Squash a good substitute for pumpkin
I cannot find canned pumpkin anywhere. Most people only use pumpkin at Thanksgiving, but I make pumpkin waffles for my dad for Father's Day. They've been his favorite since I made them for him as a little girl.

Basil, King of Italian Herbs
The herb that's most popularly associated with Italian cuisine is basil (Basilico) There are several varieties, but you're most likely to find sweet basil in the shops - it has large, aromatic leaves

Cooking With Fresh Herbs
Herbs are fun and easy to grow. When harvested they make even the simplest meal seem like a gourmet delight. By using herbs in your cooking you can easily change the flavors of your recipes in many different ways, according to which herbs you add. Fresh herbs are great in breads, stews, soups or vegetables. Every time you add a different herb you have completely changed the taste.

How Culinary Herbs Gives Your Cooking a Fresh Taste
A great way to have a continuous supply of herbs for cooking is by growing culinary herbs in your own garden. There are many great herbs have been used for thousands of years to add flavor to a variety of dishes. Herbs can have a tang to them, or they can be spicy or even salty, or they can be simply delicious. For any recipe out there, there is the perfect herb.