Oregano Pesto
Oregano pesto is a great alternative to the traditional basil pesto that you know and love, and it’s a great way to use up a large crop of oregano from …
Cooking with herbs
Rosemary Butter
Rosemary butter is a excellent way to add a delicious flavor to many different dishes. It’s especially great with steak, potatoes, and roasted veggies. It’s surprisingly easy to make, and …
Herbs That Go with Chicken
There are many herbs that go with chicken. To choose the best herbs for your chicken dish check out our list below. Choose herbs that pair well together, and with …
What to Do with Basil Flowers
The culinary herb basil (Ocimum basilicum) is easy to grow indoors or out. But what do you do when your homegrown basil starts to flower? Should it be allowed to flower, …
How to make pesto with fresh basil
If you have a lot of fresh basil to use at the end of summer, then making basil pesto is a great way to use it. Not only is it …
Lemon Dill Butter Recipe
Lemon dill butter is the perfect way to dress up your dish. Perfect for baked salmon or any other fish recipe, this zesty butter packs a flavorful zing that will …
Basil Substitute (Help! What can I substitute for basil in my recipe?)
Basil is a popular herb, but if you don’t have any to hand and are looking for a great basil alternative, there are tons of other herbs that can be …
How to Make Tarragon Butter
Tarragon butter is an aromatic, yet delicate flavored butter that is so easy to make! It is particularly good with grilled chicken, but can be used on anything from corn …
What to do with Rosemary Cuttings?
Rosemary grows fast and requires pruning frequently to keep it in good condition. If you have been pruning your herb garden and are wondering what to do with rosemary cuttings, …
Basil Flower Vinegar
If your basil plant is flowering do you remove the flowers to prolong the growing season? Before you throw them out why not try making basil flower vinegar? Basil flower …
How to Harvest Basil
How to harvest basil to promote growth and prevent damaging the plant. Basil is actually very easy to harvest in a way that promotes growth, keeps the plant healthy and …
