Clever Tricks for Keeping Basil Fresh

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Basil is one of our favorite herbs, with its nice balance of sweet and savory flavor. It’s easy to grow in the garden and quickly produces an abundance of herbal leaves to cook in a marinara sauce and make homemade pesto. The only downfall of this herb is that it is an annual that wilts quickly after clipping it from the main plant or purchasing it from the grocery store. Luckily there are simple ways to keep basil fresh in the fridge and freeze and dehydrate it for long-term storage.
There are many benefits to using all types of herbs in everyday cooking, and basil is one of the most popular. It grows in various shapes, sizes, and flavors, and it’s also a good choice for preservation. Learn how to keep it fresh in the refrigerator in a plastic bag or store it in olive oil. Find ways to freeze diced basil leaves in an ice cube tray, make basil vinegar, and preserve the leaves in salt. Explore our growing information so that you can enjoy harvesting fresh basil straight from your kitchen windowsill.