🌿 When basil is this good, you use it in everything...


Hey there,

There's a moment every summer when basil reaches its absolute prime - leaves that are tender but not delicate, aromatic enough to smell from across the kitchen, and so flavorful that even a little bit transforms whatever you're making. We're in that moment right now.

This is the basil that makes you understand why people become obsessed with growing their own. Whether you're picking it from your garden or finding gorgeous bunches at the market, this week's basil deserves to be the star, not just a garnish.

NEW VIDEO This Week:

  • Lemon Basil Pasta (featuring a new video that shows exactly how to get that silky sauce)
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Peak Basil Collection:

Pro tip: Don't store fresh basil in the fridge - it hates the cold and will turn black. Keep it on your counter with stems in water and a loose plastic bag over the leaves, like a bouquet.

Until Sunday,

Lemon Basil Pasta


Tomato Basil Bisque


Heirloom Tomato Salad


Pistou


Soup au Pistou


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