Basil leaves (tulsi) impart herby and peppery flavour to dishes. However, storing it for prolonged freshness can be challenging. Here are 5 easy ways to do it. Trim stems of basil leaves and place ...

Basil is widely available in supermarkets; look for bright green leaves with no hint of wilting or black spotting. Dried basil retains little of the aroma and flavour of fresh basil, so is of ...

Save time with these delicious lunch highly-rated recipes, like spinach caprese salads and tuna salad sandwiches, that take ...

While these had a cooling effect on my stomach, my mom also told me to have basil leaves, which come from the basil plant ...

If you're tired of the same flavor combinations in your favorite pasta dishes, these creative garnishes will easily diversify ...

Holy basil can come in different forms. It is possible to distinguish the different types by comparing the color of their leaves. In addition to these potential health benefits, holy basil is an ...

Basil is an annual herb but learning how and when to harvest leaves from your plant ensures it stays healthy and maximizes the yield so you don't end up with a prematurely barren herb. Read on to ...

John Gray is an author and contributing writer to the New Statesman. His latest book is The New Leviathans: Thoughts After Liberalism (Allen Lane). The world the ...

Orange and basil come together to create this revitalizing drink which is perfect to beat the heat. Top it up with ice and enjoy. 1. Peal the oranges and place them in the blender along with the other ...

Remove the frying pan. Once the tart is cold, rip up some mint or basil leaves and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. To serve, arrange the ...