There it is at the seafood market, a whole fish, gleaming fresh, eyes bulging, looking like it just flopped up from out of the ocean. It’s so gorgeous you have to buy it. Now the question is: What the ...

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This time of year, I see a lot of requests for recipes that can use up a bunch of basil, but aren’t pesto, a caprese or stir-fry. When this came up again earlier this week, I racked my brain to come ...

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Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Use about 1/4 cup salt per quart of hot water. Drop basil into boiling water for 15 to 20 seconds, and immediately plunge basil into ice water to chill. Drain, and ...

Basil is one of the most classic summer flavors. It’s fresh, herby and pairs well with other seasonal produce like tomato, zucchini and strawberries. If you’ve found yourself with a happy basil plant ...

This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. As the weather warms up, fresh basil is ...

As an occasionally distracted deck-gardener, the one plant I must have in abundance is basil. This hardy annual is my favorite herb and once the sun is out for good in the heart of New England, I keep ...