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Looking For The Perfect Basil Recipe?

Find the perfect basil recipe to suit any occasion, from appetizer recipes through dessert recipes and everything in between.

Basil is such a versatile herb that it can enhance just about anything. Use it to add a splash of color and a wonderful, sweet flavor to your favorite dishes. Once you fall in love with the flavor and aroma you will be looking for more way to use it.

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Here you will find ideas ranging from classic stand-by's to new, innovative ways to use this herb in drinks, dessert and other ways you might never have thought of.

If you already have a favorite basil recipe, share it here.


You will find recipes with basil in dried form as well as a variety of fresh basil recipes that will allow you to use the leaves fresh from the garden or farm stand. Either way, these recipes are sure to please.



basil appetizer recipes

Appetizer Recipes

A wonderful assortment of recipes perfect for cocktail parties, finger foods or a light before-dinner treat.

Fried Basil Leaves

Sweet and Sour Basil Tomatoes

basil breakfast recipes

Breakfast Recipes

Don't forget to eat your greens...even at breakfast. These recipes will help.

Tomato Basil Fritatta

Caprese Muffins

basil chicken recipes

Chicken Recipes

Chicken and basil are a match made in heaven. Here are some recipes combining these two ingredients.

Pasta with Chicken and Basil Cream

Pesto Chicken with Basil Cream

Mustard Basil Chicken



basil dessert recipes

Dessert Recipes

Many people don't think of using herbs in desserts, but you can! Here are some sweet treats for you to try.

dried herb recipes

Dried Herb Recipes

A wonderful assortment of dried herb mixes to enhance your cooking.

Bouquet Garni Recipe

Herbes de Provence

Pasta Blend

Vegetable Seasoning

Italian Seasoning Recipe



basil pasta recipes

Pasta Recipes

Basil is a typical Italian herb and Italian food means pasta. If you love the flavors of Italy, you'll love these recipes.

Tomato Basil Pasta

Basil Pasta, Chicken and Mushrooms

Linguine, Tomatoes and Basil Cream

Summer Basil Pasta Salad

Basil Pasta Salad with Arugula

Creamy Pasta Casserole



basil salad recipes

Salad Recipes

Fresh herbs are perfect in salads. Here are some salad recipes for you to enjoy.

Summer Basil Pasta Salad

Basil Pasta Salad with Arugula

Tomato Basil Panzanella



basil sauce recipes

Sauce Recipes

Make a fresh sauce or freeze the bounties of your garden. These recipes will add fantastic flavor to all of your dishes.

Basil Dressing

Flavored Mayonnaise (Basil Mango)

Parsley Basil Salad Dressing

Basil Infused Olive Oil

Basil Butter

Classic Basil Pesto Recipe

Walnut Pesto Recipe

Basil Cream Sauce

Basil Shallot Mustard

Basil Paste



simple suppers

Simple Suppers

There is no end to the simple, but delicious suppers you can create with basil.

Torta Caprese

Cheesy Spaghetti Squash

Creamy Pasta Casserole



basil soup recipes

Soup Recipes

There is nothing better to warm yourself on a chilly day than a bowl of homemade soup. Give one of these a try.

Fresh Tomato Basil Soup

la Madeleine Tomato Basil Soup

Tomato Basil Bisque

basil thai recipes

Thai Recipes

Basil is a prominent herb in Thai cooking. Here are some recipes that you can enjoy when you want to spice things up a bit.

Thai Basil Chicken

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