Basil uses

Do you have more basil in your garden then you can possibly use? There are so many ways to use fresh basil and to preserve it too!

If your garden is abundant with basil, let's explore what to make with fresh basil with these 10 yummy fresh basil recipes.

Medicinal uses for sweet basil. Basil is an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial herb that is easy to use and gives amazing health benefits! #herbalism #naturalhealth

This Basil Buttermilk Dressing is made with fresh basil, garlic, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, buttermilk and mayonnaise. It’s super easy to make and the flavor is amazing! If you love the taste of basil pesto, this dressing is for you!

Refer to this list of basil substitutes if you accidentally run out of this useful and fragrant herb in the kitchen. Click here to find out the alternatives!

Basil, Ocimum basilicum, is a bright green Mediterranean herb that’s not only edible but also magical. It’s an herb yet it can be eaten as if it’s a vegetable. Basil is easy to grow with lots of sun and water and makes a tasty addition to so many meals! In addition to its many culinary and a few medicinal uses, basil is versatile in the craft. Here’s 8 ways you can use basil magic to fuel your intentions:

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Wondering what to do with fresh basil? Find 15 of our favorite recipes with fresh basil to use up as much or as little basil you have left over.