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.

Simple Basil Pesto is easy to make using fresh basil leaves and stays good in the fridge for 1 week. Use it on pastas, ...

To blanch or not to blanch? That is the question when it comes to making basil pesto. Many cooks blanch the leaves for a few seconds so the pesto retains a vibrant green color. But will a few seconds ...

If asked to name my favorite herb, I’d have to go with basil. Not only is it fragrant and flavorful, but it’s also a beautiful plant. Basil is an annual herb belonging to the mint family. It’s so easy ...

LEARN HOW TO MAKE THAI CURRY LAMB CHOPS. ON THIS WEEK’S FARM TO FORK FRIDAY, WE’RE BACK AT THAI BASIL IN MIDTOWN SACRAMENTO, WHERE THEY FOCUS ON FRESH, AUTHENTIC FARM TO FORK FOOD. SO THE MENU HERE ...

Fresh on your pizza, added to your favorite Italian and Southeastern Asian dishes, or made into pesto, it’s not surprising basil is often called the king of herbs. Look for opportunities to include ...