There is so much to basil! It is far more than just an ordinary herb — it’s a big part of my cooking routine, but I did have to learn all about it. Just imagine biting into a fresh, hot slice of ...

Is it just me, or does basil seem to turn black and unusable in the blink of an eye? You pick up that package at the store, with dreams of Caprese salad or a fragrant tossed pasta in your head. But ...

Our advice for keeping this summery herb fresh and fragrant. Fact checked by Isaac WinterMedically reviewed by Kristy Del Coro, MS, RDN, LDNFact checked by Isaac WinterMedically reviewed by Kristy Del ...

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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 ...

Of all the herbs, basil is most likely to be crowned prom queen. Basil has charisma. Basil carries an alluring perfume and a kind, gentle demeanor. And if you judge an herb by the company it keeps, ...

Stop throwing away your food and money. Right now, grocery shopping is a bit tumultuous. It seems that now, more than ever, we’re being thrifty and mindful of what we’re buying. While yes, having a ...

Basil is the perfect addition to any dish, but foodies seem to always face a common problem when using the culinary hero herb. Like most produce, it has a short life span, meaning it doesn't stay ...

If this isn’t National Basil Month, it should be. At this time of year, basil has many delicious uses besides the usual pesto. Not only the perfect partner for summer tomatoes, basil also complements ...

Of all the herbs, basil is most likely to be crowned prom queen. But for all of basil's understandable popularity, it is also flighty. Fresh basil (note that we're not talking about the skunky-tasting ...