Summer is basil season and, by now, anyone who grows it likely has an abundance. Basil, a member of the mint family, needs hot weather to thrive. And why do we grow basil? To make pesto, of course. We ...

Simple Basil Pesto is easy to make using fresh basil leaves and stays good in the fridge for 1 week. Use it on pastas, sandwiches, gnocchi, pizza, and more! Ingredients • 2 cups fresh basil leaves, ...

You see it sold in jars in the pasta sauce aisle and have probably spotted it on restaurant menus starring in everything from grain bowls to sandwiches to steak entrées. But what is pesto, exactly, ...

If your garden gives you more basil than you can handle, turn it into pesto. Denise Neil The Wichita Eagle We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of our links. Have you started ...

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 ...

Pesto pasta features tender noodles in a satiny basil pesto sauce. Topped with bright, blistered tomatoes, each bite delivers the perfect balance of savory and sweet. And it couldn’t be easier to ...

Pesto is an amazing sauce for so many dishes! This easy homemade pesto comes together in minutes and is perfect for pasta, ...