Things to do with fresh basil

Ask most people what their favorite herb is, and their response will often be basil. For many of us, this tender annual seems to epitomize the season. Basil tastes its absolute best when it’s enjoyed fresh, but thankfully you have a few creative options to preserve the vibrant flavor of this herb that’s so strongly associated with summertime.

Add a boost of flavor to your favorite dishes with this guide that teaches you how to freeze basil and other fresh herbs for the entire year.

Do you have more basil in your garden then you can possibly use? There are so many ways to use fresh basil and to preserve it too!

If your garden is abundant with basil, let's explore what to make with fresh basil with these 10 yummy fresh basil recipes.

Make this quick and easy basil sauce for fresh eating or freeze it for winter use.

Got more fresh basil than you know what do with, other than pesto sauce? Well, if you're looking for fresh basil recipes and other things to do with fresh basil, then check out these 31 ideas.

Basil Garlic Aioli sauce recipe made from scratch is quick and easy to make. The result is a flavorful dip or spread that packs a real raw garlic punch.

This homemade pesto tastes way better than storebought. Basil pesto is easy to make and so versatile as a sauce, dip, spread, and topping.

This post will show you How to Freeze Basil, and frozen basil is a wonderful thing to have in the freezer when basil is out of season!

A super easy strawberry lemonade recipe Italian style, with hints of fragrant fresh basil and vanilla.