Freezing fresh basil leaves

Want to preserve your fresh basil to use it all year long? This tutorial will walk you through how to freeze basil leaves (alone or packed in oil).

The two winners in the freezing basil test - unblanched into baggies and sliced liquid cubes with water or broth.

The two winners in the freezing basil test - unblanched into baggies and sliced liquid cubes with water or broth.

Learn how to freeze basil to build a freezer stash of this incredible herb. Freezing basil is a simple way to preserve it.

Here's an easy way to preserve fresh Basil. If you store it this way, you can enjoy fresh tasting Basil all winter. Easy and fast to do!

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.

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

If you're a fan of using basil for pesto, soups & more, then you'll definitely want to know how to freeze basil to retain its freshness & reduce waste.

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.

Learn how to make a simple herb-infused salt with fresh basil leaves. This is a handy way to preserve basil from your garden once you've already made plenty of pesto for freezing. Use this herb-flavored salt to season & finish foods that naturally pair well with basil or mix it into DIY personal care products like salt scrubs & bath soaks! It also makes an excellent homemade gift for the foodies in your life.