Bring on the basil!
Or, perhaps you planted some basil seeds several months ago and you now haveyour very own basil plant.
Keep reading for 22 recipes that are made even tastier thanks to fresh basil!
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Peach Smash
Fred Hardy
Put yoursummer peach haulto good use and whip up this bourbon-based cocktail.
If youve got a pool party coming up, this is the perfect drink to serve.
A creamy avocado-basil dressing coats all of the ingredients and brings even more flavor.
Fred Hardy
Farro and Squash Salad
This easy and elegant grain and grilled squash salad is a seasonal stunner.
The result is a balanced dish thats worth making more than once.
Youll also top each piece of toast with more basil and a sprinkle of freshly grated cheese.
Fred Hardy
To make your process even easier, prep the egg salad and pesto the night before.
Youll also find delicious mozzarella balls, as well as thinly sliced basil for freshness.
Serve this dish alongside grilled fish,rotisserie chicken, or a seared steak for a complete meal.
Fred Hardy
Add some acidity to the mix with a squirt of fresh lime juice before serving.
Opt for high-quality store-bought broth for this easy dish, or make your own.
Instead, youll pair juicy, ripe tomatoes with fresh mozzarella and basil and call it a day.
Victor Protasio
This version calls for a sauce made with salty pancetta, fresh cherry tomatoes, andgarlic.
Sweet and salty brown sugar and soy sauce, scallions, and basil tie the whole dish together.
Don’t have linguine?
Greg DuPree
Substitute any pasta you likethe dish will still be pesto perfection!
Pasta, of course!
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