To use up your basil bounty, try our spreads, sauces, restaurant-style pastas, and even a refreshing drink with basil.

This ricotta gnocchi with lemon basil pesto is a flavorful and light fresh pasta dinner. Using ricotta, rather than potatoes, ...

A one-pot pasta with sun-dried tomato pesto, tossed with broccoli for an easy dinner that comes together with just a few ...

Basil is a signal creature of summer, a robust herb that flourishes in the hot sun. Genovese basil — sometimes called big leaf basil, sweet basil, or true basil — is the very scent of the season, with ...

Move over pasta, these pesto-packed recipes show just how versatile the sauce can be. This bright, herb-forward condiment pairs beautifully with everything from chicken and seafood to fresh vegetables ...

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