Basil can be a delicate herb — so much so that it warrants its very own guide for how to cook with it. But that shouldn't deter you from using basil in any of its variations, including a deliciously ...

Each year, tracks from musical artists of all types vie for the coveted “song of the summer” title. If there were an herb of the summer, that crown would always be snugly rested atop basil’s head.

Lemon basil is one of those tender garden herbs that is just too good to let go to waste. Its light citrusy flavor is delicious in recipes, and it also makes a lovely homemade herbal tea when you want ...

In this week's "What's on the Menu?" segment on Weekend Today in Central York, viewers learn how to make Lemon Basil Swordfish! Watch the clip above for step-by-step instructions. Matt Read will ...

I tested all the tricks to keep pesto vibrant green—and found what really works.

Kissing cousin of mint, basil is among the most aromatic of herbs, with a long tradition as a seasoning in the kitchen as well as a curative in the apothecary. Often called king of the herbs—the very ...

Basil is a tender annual herb that thrives in warm, sunny conditions and well-draining soil. Regular pruning and pinching encourages bushier growth and a continuous harvest throughout the summer.

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 ...