1/48
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe showcases the beautiful bounty of summer with its fresh corn, tomatoes and delicious basil. Prevent browning by spritzing the salad with lemon juice. —Deena Bowen, Chico, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 371 calories, 22g fat (3g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 450mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 23g protein.
2/48
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1-1/4 cup
From the Recipe Creator:
This versatile pesto boasts a perfect basil flavor. Pair it with pasta and you’ve got a classic Italian dinner. —Lola Egle, Bella Vista, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 161 calories, 17g fat (2g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 132mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
3/48
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I love Caprese salad, but not the high prices we pay for it in restaurants. Here, we created our own version which tastes incredibly close, if not better, than any restaurant version we’ve tried. —Melissa Pearson, Sandy, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 256 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 161mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.
4/48
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Give iced tea a grown-up twist. Fragrant basil lends flavor and the raspberries give it a bright red color. You’ll love the fun fizz and make-ahead convenience! —Laurie Bock Lynden, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 281 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 9mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (37g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein.
5/48
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I’d never tried prosciutto before this recipe, and it instantly made me a die-hard fan! The layers of flavor in this dish are brilliant, making it well worth the time and a must for your recipe box. Leftover pesto? Use it up in these recipes using pesto. —Vicki Anderson, Farmington, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 440 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 1215mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
6/48
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe brings the restaurant to my home kitchen. And it’s easy, too! The meal comes together quickly and fills my kitchen with wonderful aromas. If there are any leftovers, with a quick reheat the next day, they’re just as good!. —Kathi Jones-DelMonte Rochester, NY
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 552 calories, 28g fat (18g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1209mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein.
7/48
Total Time
5 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
Stay with me, here. These classic Thai flavors work on so much more than noodles…try ’em on a sandwich and you won’t be disappointed. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 open-faced sandwich: 263 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 473mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
8/48
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend remarked about a similar baked tortellini dish at a restaurant, so I wanted to try re-creating it for her at home. My stovetop version makes it weeknight easy. —Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 488 calories, 31g fat (17g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 575mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
9/48
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I received this recipe from a good friend. It’s a great way to use up fresh tomatoes from the garden, and it tastes a lot like pizza. —Connie Stumpf, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 345 calories, 27g fat (12g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 413mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
10/48
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fresh basil and dash of red pepper puts zip in this lively shrimp pesto pasta. — Gloria Jones Grenga, Newnan, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 393 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 406mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein.
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From the Recipe Creator:
Nectarine and basil may sound a little strange, but trust us, this combination is a real winner. A few slices of clementine seal the deal. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
12/48
Total Time
35 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my go-to appetizer in the summer when tomatoes and basil are fresh from the garden. The balsamic glaze takes this bruschetta recipe over the top. I like to use an olive oil infused with Tuscan herbs or basil for this. But, it’s great with just plain olive oil too. —Brittany Allyn, Mesa, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 58 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 49mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
13/48
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a quick dinner, I threw this together from what I had in the fridge and pantry. Add any other pizza toppings you desire. I often add black olive slices or mushrooms. My son loves this and calls it pizza rice. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 390 calories, 20g fat (6g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 906mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 15g protein.
14/48
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I absolutely love a BLT with sliced avocado and an egg. Recently, I’ve been trying out grain bowls, and I thought the flavors of my favorite sandwich would work really well. My family agreed! —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 446 calories, 28g fat (5g saturated fat), 194mg cholesterol, 228mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 6g fiber), 17g protein.
15/48
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Drop egg yolks on nests of whipped Italian-seasoned egg whites, then bake in a cast-iron skillet. Dreamy!—Matthew Hass, Franklin, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 96 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 190mg cholesterol, 234mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat.
16/48
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These tender pesto-stuffed meatballs get gobbled up in our house. They’re short on ingredients, but packed with flavor. I always make a double batch, freezing half for a busy night. —Ally Billhorn, Wilton, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup meatball mixture with 1 cup spaghetti: 422 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 706mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 7g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
17/48
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Dried basil adds its rich herb flavor to this creamy and delicious skillet side dish that’s table-ready in just minutes! —Anna Chaney, Antigo, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 285 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
18/48
Total Time
10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My niece introduced me to this colorful recipe some time ago. I now make it when I have buffets or large gatherings because it can be prepared hours ahead. This is a great way to use a bumper crop of tomatoes. —Myrtle Matthews, Marietta, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
about 2 pieces: 93 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable.
19/48
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. So when I invite that special guy to dinner, I like to prepare something equally wonderful. This well-seasoned pasta dish has lots of flavor, and it won’t hurt your budget! —Shari Neff, Takoma Park, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 581 calories, 32g fat (6g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 783mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein.
20/48
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Relax after work with a cold drink while this savory chicken marinates in an herby tomato blend for an hour, then toss it on the grill. It tastes just like summer. —Laura Lunardi, West Chester, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 177 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
21/48
Total Time
20 min
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When fresh tomatoes and basil are abundant in the summer, I like to make this wonderful Caprese macaroni salad. —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 397 calories, 31g fat (8g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 458mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
22/48
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband came up with this easy foil-packet recipe for flaky, fork-tender salmon. This recipe is a winner. —Marianne Bauman Modesto, CA
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 274 calories, 19g fat (6g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 264mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
23/48
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a dish that’s light and summery but still filling. My kids love all the veggies…for real! If you like a lot of lemon, stir in an extra splash of lemon juice just before serving. —Shannon Humphrey, Hampton, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 399 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 807mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 9g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
24/48
Total Time
10 min
Servings
12 kabobs
From the Recipe Creator:
Trade in the usual veggie platter for these fun kabobs. In addition to preparing these for get-togethers, I often make these as snacks for my family. And because assembly is so easy, the kids often ask to help. —Christine Mitchell, Glendora, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 kabob: 44 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat.
25/48
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The tastes of summer abound in this easy Italian-style grilled cheese sandwich. Not only is it delicious, it’s super-fast, so you can get back to those summer outdoor activities. —Sylvia Schmitt, Sun City, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 467 calories, 27g fat (9g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 723mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.
26/48
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With its medley of herbs and tomatoes, this rustic bread will liven up any occasion, whether it’s a family dinner or a game-day get-together. It never lasts long! —Janet Miller, Indianapolis, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 112 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 320mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
27/48
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chilly slush with peaches, lemon juice and garden-fresh basil is hands-down the best lemonade ever. It tastes just like summer. —Dana Hinck, Pensacola, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 152 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (37g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
28/48
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We really like eggplant and would rather have it baked than fried. This can be served as a side or a main dish. —Donna Wardlow-Keating, Omaha, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 275 calories, 21g fat (6g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 164mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 9g protein.
29/48
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We love basil recipes, and these easy little pizzas are a wonderful change of pace from the classic cookout menu. Let everybody go crazy with the toppings. —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 pizza: 808 calories, 56g fat (19g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 1996mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 34g protein.
30/48
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love a Caprese salad of tomatoes, basil and cheese, so why not try a chicken caprese? You can grill this dish, but my family agrees it’s juicier straight from the oven. —Dana Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 525 calories, 34 g fat (11g saturated fat), 139 mg cholesterol, 761 mg sodium, 5 g carbohydrate (4 g sugars, 1 g fiber), 45 g protein.
31/48
Total Time
10 min
Servings
3/4 cup
From the Recipe Creator:
Homemade pesto always makes a thoughtful hostess gift. Mix things up with this parsley pesto variation. It’s delicious served with pasta or in one of these recipes using pesto. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 97 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 114mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
32/48
Total Time
6 hours 40 min
Servings
10 servings (3-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This vegetarian soup features a rainbow of vegetables. You can use any multicolored pasta in place of the spirals. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 231 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 1015mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 9g protein.
33/48
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I rely on my husband for the main ingredient in this fuss-free dish. He fills our freezer after his summer fishing trip. —Alicia Szeszol, Lindenhurst, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 241 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 113mg cholesterol, 660mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
34/48
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our kitchen is tiny, so we try to grill simple (but tasty) meals outside as often as possible during the summer months. Dried herbs work as well, but during the summer use fresh herbs for the best taste. —Kelly Evans, Denton, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken thigh with 2 teaspoons sauce: 245 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 358mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
35/48
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A few ingredients and 30 minutes are all you need for this incredibly satisfying meal. A simple basil butter gives these steaks a very special flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 538 calories, 29g fat (13g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 740mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 41g protein.
36/48
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After ending up with bunches of apricots one summer, I created this quick and simple dish. My friends were blown away with its fresh taste and uniqueness. —Wendy Weidner, Ham Lake, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 71 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 163mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1/2 fruit, 1/2 fat.
37/48
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
Fruity, fantastic and lighter in calories! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 136 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
38/48
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamy and comforting, this chicken and spinach bake is sure to be a hit at dinnertime. The toasty bread crumb topping delivers a bit of a crunch. —Dori Jackson, Gulf Breeze, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 539 calories, 36g fat (13g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 1006mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 36g protein.
39/48
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A slightly savory dressing really complements the sweet fruit in this recipe. I also use the dressing on salad greens. —Dixie Terry, Goreville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 145 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 76mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 fat, 1 fruit.
40/48
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This shrimp pasta is made in just one pot. Creating a broth with the shrimp shells is an extra step, but it’s totally worth it for a flavorful final dish. The lemon adds a brightness that pairs well with fresh basil. —Ed Spangler, Timberlake, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 370 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 736mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
41/48
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I grow my own herbs and veggies in the summer, and when they are at peak, I incorporate them into my recipes. This is one I developed using fresh basil, parsley and tomatoes when they were at their best and ripest.—Sheryl Little, Cabot, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed chicken breast with 2 tablespoons jam: 396 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 128mg cholesterol, 543mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 38g protein.
42/48
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Summer in the Midwest offers a bounty of fresh produce. I wanted to come up with a new recipe for the harvested goods, and this bright, flavorful salad is the refreshing end result. —Richard Robinson, Park Forest, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 248 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 156mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
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From the Recipe Creator:
Guacamole is typically a Mexican dish, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try to make it with other global flavors. For an Italian-inspired basil guacamole recipe, top it off with toasted pine nuts and fresh herb ribbons. You can also substitute the traditional lime for lemon juice.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 153 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 166mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 5g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1/2 starch.
44/48
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I started experimenting with herbal ice creams when I was teaching classes at our local college. Not only were the ice creams popular with my students, but my family loved them as well! One of our favorites is made with a variety of basil called cinnamon basil; however, unless you grow the variety yourself, it can be rather difficult to find. I decided to try to re-create the flavor, and this delicious basil ice cream recipe is the result! —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 353 calories, 23g fat (13g saturated fat), 243mg cholesterol, 53mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
45/48
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love this recipe! It is one of my favorites to impress a crowd. Most of its wow factor comes from the fresh ingredients. I always pick up herbs, garlic, cucumbers and hot peppers—as well as honey and onions when I can— at my local farmers market. All those ingredients give this dish a punch of flavor. —Noelle Myers, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half with about 1/2 cup salsa: 278 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 370mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat.
46/48
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet lime and basil dessert has a unique taste, plus less calories and fat than the traditional Key lime pie. —Samara Donald, Redmond, Washington.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece (calculated without whipped cream): 328 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 268mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein.
47/48
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For parties, I turn melon and prosciutto into an easy salad with a honey mustard dressing. To add zip, stir in fresh basil and mint. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 186 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 294mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1 vegetable, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 fat.
48/48
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Grill this eggplant, tomato and goat cheese sandwich to perfection…it makes a delicious meatless meal. —Jennifer Jaras, Corona, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 538 calories, 21g fat (5g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 958mg sodium, 81g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 7g fiber), 15g protein.
Basil Recipes FAQ
What can I make with fresh basil?
Fresh basil leaves can be blended into a sauce, like pesto, layered into a caprese salad or chopped and sprinkled over pasta dishes, grilled vegetable salads or casseroles. For a flavor twist, mix finely chopped basil into your favorite vinaigrette or drop a few leaves into a pitcher of iced tea. If you need a new, summery drink for company, add basil to lemonade cocktails or muddle it into a refreshing mojito.
How do I store fresh basil to keep it fresh longer?
To keep it bright and perky, store fresh basil similar to a bouquet of flowers. Trim the ends, place it in a jar of water at room temperature and loosely cover the bunch with a plastic bag. Basil wilts quickly in cold temperatures, so skip the fridge if possible. Wash and dry the leaves right before using so they don’t turn brown or become limp. If you won’t be able to use all your fresh basil, freeze the leaves and drop them right into soups and stews from frozen.
Can I use dried basil instead of fresh basil in recipes?
You can use dried basil instead of fresh basil in some recipes, but the flavor of the dish will be different. Dried basil is earthy with a muted flavor compared to fresh leaves, so it’s better in soups, sauces or cooked dishes where it adds background flavor. If a recipe needs the freshness and green color of basil, mix chopped parsley and dried basil together. For best results, use our standard fresh to dried herb conversion, which is one part dried herbs for every three parts fresh.
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