Basil is frequently used in Italian cuisine, and it adds freshness to dishes with cheese, lemon, and garlic. Since this hearty dish calls for cheese tortellini and lemon zest, the nearly two cups of ...

Fresh and light shrimp scampi gets a basil upgrade that takes an already delicious dinner to the next level. Substitute chicken stock in place of the wine if you prefer.

Jump into summer early with these fresh flavors. It's basil all around for this roasted chicken. Not only did we create an herby marinade with a full two cups worth of fresh basil, but we also managed ...

As summer winds down, you’re likely looking for ways to make the most of your basil bounty. This versatile herb can elevate a variety of dishes, from the classic basil pesto that everyone loves to ...

From the Recipe Creator: This chilly slush with peaches, lemon juice and garden-fresh basil is hands-down the best lemonade ever. It tastes just like summer. —Dana Hinck, Pensacola, Florida Nutrition ...

These condiment side dishes quickly and creatively dress up casual meals. They’re great with cold cuts and grilled meat, poultry and fish. The serving is easy--just spoon them right onto your dinner ...

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 ...

This time of year, I see a lot of requests for recipes that can use up a bunch of basil, but aren’t pesto, a caprese or stir-fry. When this came up again earlier this week, I racked my brain to come ...

With heavy rains, hot temperatures, long days and bright sunshine, cucumbers in the garden are growing wild, seemingly overnight. Not only are cucumbers coming on by the peck, I have more fresh basil ...