From one-biteappetizersto hearty pasta, this versatile herb can elevate any dish.
You only need 5 ingredients to make this delicious drink, and one of them is ice.
All you need is your favorite bourbon, a handful of basil, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
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Once you master the meringue, there are endless ways to decorate it.
Top with strawberries, chocolate, or whipped cream.
Have all of your ingredients prepped before cooking because this recipe moves fast.
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Don’t worry, it tastes just as good.
Pureeing half of the cooked kernels gives this dish that creamy texture that replaces heavy cream.
The cayenne pepper adds a little kick.
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A Serrano Chile balances out the slight sweetness in the eggplant.
We suggest using Japanese eggplants because they’re longer and thinner than other varieties.
This side can be turned into a meal by pairing it with steamed rice and a cucumber salad.
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We mix homemade watermelon simple syrup with basil and tea to create the perfect drink.
Tuscan Pasta With Tomato-Bail Cream
Have dinner ready in 15 minutes with this creamy Tuscan pasta.
The secret to this quick dinner is refrigerated ravioli and jarred Alfredo sauce.
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Top with basil and grated parmesan and serve with crusty bread.
Sweet corn on the cob is balanced with sliced cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and mozzarella balls.
With 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of active prep time, you’ll have the most delicious summertime delight.
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Broccoli Pesto Pasta
This delicious, nutrient-packed pasta comes together in about 30 minutes.
Shredded parmesan cheese and walnuts top it all off.
We added a little Southern touch by incorporating some bacon.
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This salad will pair well with any summer dish.
Meatball Casserole
There’s no chopping or peeling involved in this one-pan casserole.
You don’t even have to boil the pasta.
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It’s that easy.
The salad is tossed together with a homemade Italian-style dressing.
It gets better the longer it marinates in the fridge.
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We use ingredients like corn, lima beans, and okra for fresh flavor and vibrant color.
It comes together in under 20 minutes, making it the perfect meal for a busy summer night.
Turkey BLT Pinwheels
There will be no leftovers of these pinwheels in your kids' lunchbox.
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We’ve made the classic BLT a little better by adding turkey and homemade creamy basil mayo.
This recipe doesn’t require a whole lot of cleanup and will leave the whole family feeling satisfied.
We use store-bought rotisserie chicken to cut down the cooking time.
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Top with basil for a fresh herbal note.
This vegetarian breakfast is plenty filling from the eggs and cheese.
If you’re looking for a side dish, pair this with afresh fruit saladorfried skillet potatoes.
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Pull Apart Pizza Bread
Here’s proof that dinner can be fun.
This pull-apart pizza bread will be a big hit at tailgates, parties, or family dinners.
A can of biscuit dough makes this recipe a little easier.
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Serve with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Weeknight Bolognese
We’ve cut down cooking time on this classic weeknight meal to under an hour.
A couple of flavor-packed ingredients make up for the quick cooking.
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Serve with garlic bread or a leafy green salad.
Serve with crusty bread to mop up all of the flavorful leftover soup.
Ricotta cheese, ground chuck, tender noodles, and mozzarella cheese make it taste just like the classic.
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The 25-minute cooking time makes it even better.
The shrimp has a slight kick that is balanced out by the creamy orzo and basil.
Ribbons of eggplant are stuffed with herbed ricotta baked in marinara sauce to make these rollups.
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This meatless main dish can be served with a light salad, steamed broccoli, or grilled chicken.
Fresh Southern vegetables and bow-tie pasta come together to form this dish in under 30 minutes.
You’ll want to add this to your weeknight dinner rotation.
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