How to preserve fresh basil

This post will show you How to Freeze Basil, and frozen basil is a wonderful thing to have in the freezer when basil is out of season!

Do you have a bumper crop of basil in your garden? Learn how to preserve basil at home, so you can enjoy it all year long!

Preserving fresh basil in the refrigerator is simple with these basic ingredients you already have in your home.

Learn how to preserve basil all year round by freezing it in ice cube trays. Our detailed guide makes it simple to enjoy the fresh flavor of basil in any dish whenever you want. Never run out of basil with this easy preservation method!

Ask most people what their favorite herb is, and their response will often be basil. For many of us, this tender annual seems to epitomize the season. Basil tastes its absolute best when it’s enjoyed fresh, but thankfully you have a few creative options to preserve the vibrant flavor of this herb that’s so strongly associated with summertime.

Make this quick and easy basil sauce for fresh eating or freeze it for winter use.

Want to preserve your fresh basil to use it all year long? This tutorial will walk you through how to freeze basil leaves (alone or packed in oil).

Learn how to make a simple herb-infused salt with fresh basil leaves. This is a handy way to preserve basil from your garden once you've already made plenty of pesto for freezing. Use this herb-flavored salt to season & finish foods that naturally pair well with basil or mix it into DIY personal care products like salt scrubs & bath soaks! It also makes an excellent homemade gift for the foodies in your life.

6 ingenious tips to preserve basil so it stays fresh for months

If you've ever wondered how to store fresh basil, this guide is just what you need. Storing basil well will help it retain freshness for longer and lock in the fresh peppery flavor of this aromatic herb.