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Why basil is more than just a garnish

More than just the main ingredient in pesto, basil is an herb with an aphrodisiac boost. Discover how it can help boost ...
Fresh blueberries, basil and bourbon create a vibrant blueberry basil smash, perfect for warm-weather happy hours.
• The best place to store basil so it lasts is at room temperature. • Put a bunch of basil in a jar of water, tent it with a plastic bag, and store it out of sunlight. • Stored this way, basil keeps ...
Simple six-ingredient pasta sauce with tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil ...
Fresh pasta, butter, basil, lemon, Parmesan, and prosciutto come together in this creamy pasta recipe for an easy 30-minute ...
Knowing how to grow fresh basil is paramount in the culinary world (or really anyone with functional taste buds)—the dried ...
Basil is a delicious herb that can be used in sweet and savory dishes alike. But if you want to harvest more from the plant, ...
Lauren Murphy is a writer and environmentalist based in the Pacific Northwest. She holds a degree in Environmental Sciences from Western Washington University. Basil is a delicious herb that can ...