Basil oxidizes quickly at cold temperatures, and shouldn’t be refrigerated. Experts recommend storing basil in a glass or jar of water at room temperature, stems facing down. To extend its life, avoid ...

Our advice for keeping this summery herb fresh and fragrant. Like all soft, tender herbs, basil wilts quickly, and is best used fresh off the stem. But since not all of us are blessed with a thriving ...

Steer clear of slimy, blackened basil for good. Basil oxidizes quickly at cold temperatures, and shouldn’t be refrigerated. Experts recommend storing basil in a glass or jar of water at room ...

If you buy fresh basil in the produce section of your local grocery store, it might not last as long as you'd like it to. But it tastes so much better than the freeze-dried basil that you can buy ...

Harvesting basil encourages bushy, healthy growth. Regularly harvesting basil helps the plant stay bushy, healthy, and productive for a longer growing season. Pick leaves by gently pinching from the ...

Whether you're whipping up homemade pesto, topping your favorite pizza, or tossing together a Caprese salad, fresh basil just makes everything taste better. Just ask Ree! She grows a ton every summer ...