Everyone loves basil in pesto or Caprese salad, but there are so many more ways to make great use of this bright, versatile herb. Learn how to buy, store, and cook with basil. Simply Recipes / Lori ...

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 ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! Another beautiful week of weather in April is upon us. However, rain and cooler weather are in the forecast for the weekend. If you get the itch to go out ...

Each year, tracks from musical artists of all types vie for the coveted “song of the summer” title. If there were an herb of the summer, that crown would always be snugly rested atop basil’s head.

Don't throw out those basil stems just yet. This creative recipe can be made with just three ingredients, and it can be used ...

Basil has been cultivated in Europe for 2000 years and there are at least 200 different varieties. It has been thought to be poisonous, good for the heart and used for bites of venomous beasts. Early ...

Ina Garten's tomato sandwich recipe includes an herby basil mayo. I loved the spread so much, I'll use it on other sandwiches ...

Fresh basil on your last-minute pasta dish in the middle of winter? Yes, please! Learning how to grow basil in water is the easy solution to cultivating a year-round herb garden, thanks to hydroponic ...

Basil leaves are rich in compounds such as eugenol, which have anti-inflammatory properties. These compounds can help reduce the swelling and redness caused by insect bites. Applying basil leaf ...