Simple Basil Pesto is easy to make using fresh basil leaves and stays good in the fridge for 1 week. Use it on pastas, ...

How to dry basil from your garden originally appeared on Dengarden. Basil is a real crowd pleaser of a herb: its unique, oily-spicy flavor has been the perfect companion to pasta sauces and pizza for ...

To blanch or not to blanch? That is the question when it comes to making basil pesto. Many cooks blanch the leaves for a few seconds so the pesto retains a vibrant green color. But will a few seconds ...

Ensure a continuous supply of basil long past summer. If your bounty of basil isn’t enough to keep up with all the pesto, pasta, and salad recipes you’ve been making, propagating it is an easy way to ...

In this week's "What's on the Menu?" segment on Weekend Today in Central York, viewers learn how to make Lemon Basil Swordfish! Watch the clip above for step-by-step instructions. Matt Read will ...

Looking for a quick, healthy lunch that supports your wellness goals? This Tomato Basil Garlic Pasta is the perfect choice! Make with your favorite pasta, fresh tomatoes, basil, and a boost of ...

I had an abundant crop of basil this year. What is the best way to preserve it? I tried hanging it like I do with other herbs, but it didn’t work very well. Basil is definitely different from sturdier ...

Few things spice up a dish — or, for that matter, an herb garden — like basil. With flavor profiles that include sweet, spicy and even citrusy, the herbaceous staple is a favorite of both growers and ...

Basil is a tender annual herb that thrives in warm, sunny conditions and well-draining soil. Regular pruning and pinching encourages bushier growth and a continuous harvest throughout the summer.