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Get the Most Out of Basil: Best Ways to Use This Delicious Herb

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Basil is one of the most versatile herbs out there, and it's also easy to find and use. Whether you're a beginner in the kitchen or an experienced chef, this flavorful herb can add a unique, delicious flavor to your dishes. If you're looking for ways to use basil more often, here is Pop's guide with tips and tricks that will help you make the most of this amazing herb!

Adding Some Color with Pesto

Basil pesto is one of the most classic uses for this ingredient. It's incredibly easy to make—you just need basil, olive oil, garlic, pine nuts (or walnuts), Parmesan cheese (or a vegan alternative), and salt and pepper. Blend all these ingredients together until they form a paste and voila! You have yourself some delicious pesto that can be used as a dip or spread on bread or crackers. You can also mix it into pasta or use it as a marinade for chicken or pork!

Enhancing Salads With Fresh Leaves

Basil leaves are also great for adding freshness and flavor to salads. Just tear them up into small pieces and toss them in with your favorite greens—like arugula or spinach—and other vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers. Add some nuts and cheese for texture, then top it off with a light dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, salt/pepper, and mustard powder (optional). The result? A colorful salad that tastes as good as it looks!

Soups & Stews  

Add fresh basil leaves to soups and stews for an extra burst of flavor. The leaves will soften as they cook but still retain their shape so you get a nice visual effect too! If you want more intense flavors in your soup or stew recipe—like tomato soup—try using dried basil instead of fresh leaves; just grind it up into a powder before adding it to the pot at the end of cooking time. You'll produce a richer taste that packs more punch than fresh leaves alone could provide.                                                  

Basil is an incredibly versatile herb! It adds color, flavor, and texture to dishes in so many different ways—from making pesto sauce to garnishing soups and salads. And since it's so easy to find in grocery stores these days (or even grow at home!), there's no reason not to make the most out of this delicious herb every chance you get!

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