I most certainly don't have a green thumb, but luckily for me, there is always lots
of fresh basil at the local farmer's market each year.
Not exact matches
While I love the largess
of the standard heirlooms and can nearly taste the bite
of fresh mozzarella with
basil and olive oil just by looking
at them, the little bitties are the guys that get me every time.
Fresh basil should be added
at the end
of the cooking process.
Pretty soon it'll be all stews, braises, and chilies around here, and while there's nothing wrong with that, comfort yourself just a little bit by finding one
of the last tomatoes
of the season and
fresh basil at the farmers market and making this delicious
fresh tomato sauce.
200 g black chickpeas, soaked in cold filtered water for
at least 9 hours, or overnight, then washed and drained 150 g quinoa, washed under cold running water half a red pepper, cleaned and cut into cubes half a yellow pepper, cleaned and cuto into cubes 8 - 10 cherry tomatoes, cleaned and cut into quarters 1 carrot, cleaned and cut into cubes 2 hanfuld black pitted olives, chopped a handful
of fresh parsley, cleaned and finely chopped a handful
of fresh basil, cleaned and finely chopped extra virgin olive oil, to taste whole sea salt, just enought to taste
Luckily, we have
fresh local
basil at the Indy Winter Farmer's Market in the middle
of winter, thanks to Eden Farms and the wonders
of hydroponic growing.
As a rule
of thumb,
fresh delicate herbs won't tolerate the long stint
at high temps in the oven, so it's best to «finish» the dish once the vegetables have been removed from the oven and are being served with a sprinkle
of the freshly chopped parsley, cilantro,
basil, mint, etc..
Surf and turf is the name
of the game
at Doc Crow's, a laid - back Whiskey Row haunt specializing in dry - rubbed, slow - smoked BBQ; succulent oysters flown in
fresh from around the country; and creative twists on Southern cocktail staples, like the Near Eastern Julep, a peppery combo
of Old Grand Dad Bonded bourbon, ginger, Becherovka (a Czech digestif) and a punch
of cooling
basil.
I simply tossed tomatoes, onion, and garlic in the food processor and then transferred that mixture to a saucepan with sugar, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and smoky paprika (for an extra layer
of flavor), simmered it for about a half hour, and added about a tablespoon
of fresh basil for a hint
of freshness
at the very end.
That said, this tart reminds me
of «tomato pie,» which we first found
at a little
fresh seafood shop on Edisto Island, S.C. Layers
of sliced tomato,
fresh basil (and we added sauteed onions & garlic, all topped with a goopy «crust»
of 1 part shredded cheddar + 1 part good quality mayo.
I add the
fresh basil at the end
of cooking, so as to not dull the flavor.
* 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless fish fillets (any variety),
at least 1 inch thick (I used wild Alaskan sablefish aka black cod that I purchased from Vital Choice) * 1 tablespoon organic coconut oil (the recipe calls for grapeseed oil but I prefer coconut oil) * 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped * 1 teaspoon grated
fresh ginger * 2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed * 1 pint grape tomatoes, cut in half if large * 1 teaspoon ground cumin * 1/2 teaspoon sea salt * 1/4 teaspoon black pepper * 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (I omitted this in favor
of using a
fresh chile pepper) * 1 1/2 cups coconut milk (I used one can
of organic «whole» coconut milk) * handful
of fresh basil, preferable Thai
basil, minced (note that this does not appear in the original recipe) * 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives (I left these out and added a minced hot chile pepper instead)
PASTA 3/4 lb linguine
of choice 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cups small cauliflower florets (from about 1/2 a large head
of cauliflower) 4 - 5 cloves
of garlic, minced pinch
of chili flakes 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/2 cup slow - roasted tomatoes, lightly chopped or mashed (see headnote for sun - dried option) sea salt and ground black pepper 1/3 cup raw cashews, soaked for
at least 4 hours 1/2 cup filtered water 1/2 cup shelled
fresh or frozen peas 2 sprigs
fresh basil, sliced 2 green onions, sliced 1 cup quickie vegan parmesan, divided
At this point, you might be wondering why I have listed 2 leaves
of fresh basil.
Next time I will increase the amount
of Duke's mayo to
at least 3/4 cup, and I used
fresh basil both times.
Filling 2 cups meat
of fresh young Thai coconut 1 cup water
of fresh young Thai coconut 3/4 cup coconut oil — gently warmed in warm water or the dehydrator to soften 1/4 cup Irish moss — washed thoroughly and soaked in hot water for
at least 10 minutes 1 cup each raw macadamia and raw cashew nuts — soaked for 2 - 4 hours 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast 1 - 2 teaspoons salt about 6 tablespoons purified water 1 cup
of chopped olives
of your favourite kind (may I suggest Cerignola olives that come with pits and taste velvety) 1 cup
of chopped sun - dried tomatoes (this time I made an exception and used tomatoes preserved in olive oil instead
of the dry variety) 1 packed cup
fresh basil leaves — or more to taste
fresh red and yellow tomatoes for garnishing — optionalIn a high speed blender, combine the coconut meat, water and oil with the Irish moss until very smooth.
Never
at a loss for recipes using
fresh basil, this Caprese Pasta Salad recipe is one
of our favorite summertime weeknight dinners!
Ingredients: • 1 pound pasta (
of your choice, gluten free works well with this recipe) • 2 small acorn squash • 2 Tbsp olive oil • 1 medium onion • 1/3 cup
fresh basil — washed and chopped • 1 tsp salt • 1 Tbsp coconut oil • 1 cup soft goat cheese • 1 - 2 Tbsp rice milk (original and unsweetened) Please note: the last 3 ingredients can be replaced with one cup
of heavy cream if cow dairy is not a concern for your family Instructions: • Cut squash in half and onions is quarters, drizzle with olive oil • Place squash cut side down in a baking dish, surround with the onions and cover with aluminum foil • Bake
at 400o for 30 - 40 min or until the squash is tender • Cook the pasta according to package directions • In a small sauce pan melt coconut oil, add goat cheese and allow to melt — stirring consistently • Add rice milk until desired consistency • Remove the squash flesh from the skin and place the flesh in the food processor with the onion, salt and
basil — puree until smooth • Slowly add the melted goat cheese mixture while continuing to puree until you have a smooth sauce • Toss the squash / cheese mixture with the pasta and serve this delicious healthy kids meal
I'm not a sneaker, but I did just start putting
fresh spinach into my
basil pesto,
at a ratio
of 1:2, spinach to
basil.
Suppose one wants to use
fresh basil, instead
of buying it in a plastic bag
at the supermarket?
Because I love anything Mediterranean, that week
at home I decided to experiment with a Mediterranean salmon recipe involving a delicious combination
of olives, tomatoes, feta,
fresh basil and a splash
of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
This dish makes the perfect summertime lunch or light dinner, and you can easily pick up
fresh figs,
basil, and zucchini
at the farmer's market this time
of the year.
Adding a bit into the sauce as it cooks helps to impart that signature, peppery flavour and, later, a hearty garnishing
of some freshly chopped
basil at the end will give you a serving
of the beneficial enzymes, antioxidants and vitamins that
fresh herbs are so high in!
This is what happens when you follow the recipe on the blog Rachel Cooks and combine nutty farro, creamy mozzarella balls, juicy cherry tomatoes, spiralized zucchini,
fresh basil, and a superfast white balsamic vinaigrette in one Mason jar: an Italian - inspired lunch that won't leave you falling asleep
at your desk by 3 PM, thanks to plenty
of protein and fiber and zero refined carbs.
Try growing some in your garden and add
fresh basil to raw dishes or
at the end
of the cooking process to preserve its nutrients and other beneficial properties.
Student with beets, cauliflower and
basil as a result
of our
Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Snack Program
at our
Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Snack Program in Ithaca.
Fresh basil is versatile herb, as
at home in a salad as in a soup, and while it may be best known as an integral component
of pesto, it also lends a taste
of summer to a variety
of other recipes, from sandwiches to pizzas.
Can be served
at room temperature, hot, or cold for a summer soup.Serve with a tiny dollop
of sour cream or yogurt and a large sprig
of fresh basil.
Around 2 tbsp coarse polenta or cornmeal Extra virgin olive oil 1 dough ball
at room temperature and 2 - 3 tbsp tomato sauce Half a 125g ball buffalo mozzarella, drained and torn into pieces 3 pieces marinated artichoke heart antipasti in oil, drained Small handful pitted black olives Pinch
of fresh or dried oregano leaves Fresh free - range egg A few basil leaves 2 slices Parma ham,
fresh or dried oregano leaves
Fresh free - range egg A few basil leaves 2 slices Parma ham,
Fresh free - range egg A few
basil leaves 2 slices Parma ham, torn