Save basil leaves

The two winners in the freezing basil test - unblanched into baggies and sliced liquid cubes with water or broth.

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.

Here's an easy way to preserve fresh Basil. If you store it this way, you can enjoy fresh tasting Basil all winter. Easy and fast to do!

You'll never need to buy dried basil in the spice section again with this tip for How to Dry Fresh Basil! This can be a huge money-saver!

Wondering what to do with fresh basil? Find 15 of our favorite recipes with fresh basil to use up as much or as little basil you have left over.

The two winners in the freezing basil test - unblanched into baggies and sliced liquid cubes with water or broth.

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).

If you have fresh Basil Leaves, we will show you How to Dry Basil Leaves. These easy methods will help you preserve it to use in your recipes.

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.

If you're a fan of fresh herbs, this quick and easy method will teach you how to harvest basil at home like a pro. No fancy gardening skills needed.