Basil is one of the most classic summer flavors. It’s fresh, herby and pairs well with other seasonal produce like tomato, zucchini and strawberries. If you’ve found yourself with a happy basil plant ...

Simple Basil Pesto is easy to make using fresh basil leaves and stays good in the fridge for 1 week. Use it on pastas, ...

Deliciously fragrant, basil may be the most favored culinary herb. Just a light press of the leaves releases the spicy-sweet scent. Drafts of cinnamon, mint, lemon and anise distinguish the aptly ...

You can’t miss with our unique twists on Caprese salad, restaurant-style pastas, and condiments that use up a LOT of your basil bounty. Herb garden overflowing? Put your extras to use in these easy ...

This cake calls for a whopping cup of basil! Sprinkle confectioners sugar and some fresh basil leaves as a garnish or drizzle on berries. Aube Giroux is a food writer and filmmaker who shares her love ...

Fresh basil pesto comes together in minutes with simple ingredients like basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, and olive oil. It’s a bright homemade sauce that instantly adds flavor to pasta, pizza, and ...

There’s no substitute for the low tables and frenetic energy of Thai restaurant Holy Basil, but it’s possible to re-create some of chef Wedchayan “Deau” Arpapornnopparat’s culinary magic at home. At ...

My family loves pasta throughout the year. During the summer we like to lighten it up a bit with non-cooked sauces, or a lighter version containing lots of fresh ingredients. Any occasion I have to ...

These pasta recipes are lower in calories, carbs, sodium and saturated fat to support healthy blood sugar levels.

There is nothing as satisfying as sipping a glass of ice cold lemonade on a hot summer day. Its sweet-tart flavor is a surefire signal that the season is here. With just three simple ingredients — ...