Using basil in recipes

Pesto is such a versatile ingredient, dip and topping. Indulge your pesto love with these fun and creative ideas for using basil pesto, plus a list of recipes to try! Recently I shared (at long last) how to make homemade basil pesto. It’s so crazy easy - just 5 ingredients and 5 minutes. And the...Read More

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!

Not just for pesto and pasta, let’s talk about how to use fresh basil to make lime basil fizz, basil herb butter, basil vinegar, and more.

Is your basil growing like crazy this summer? Too much basil is a good problem! Try one of these 25 ways to use fresh basil. It would be a shame to let all that herbal goodness go to waste, but I know it can feel a little overwhelming to stare down a heap of fresh basil…

This Nut-Free Pesto recipe comes together in just a few minutes and is the perfect sauce for your favorite pasta, sandwiches and more. It's made without pine nuts so it's great for anyone with nut allergies.

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

You'll want to use this incredible basil aioli on everything! It's quick and easy to make, featuring this fresh and peppery green herb. Variation: try Pesto Aioli!

Basil Mayo is a super easy and delicious mayonnaise recipe with only four ingredients in 5 minutes of prep time! This mayonnaise is perfect on sandwiches, burgers, and as a dipping sauce.

If you have a lot of basil to use, here are some ideas for how to use it! From recipes to storage, don’t let that basil go to waste!

Preserving fresh basil in the refrigerator is simple with these basic ingredients you already have in your home.