You can start with a simple and cheap pot of supermarket basil and turn it into your own large supply to last you all year.

There is so much to basil! It is far more than just an ordinary herb — it’s a big part of my cooking routine, but ...

This bright but comforting basil and lemon risotto comes out wonderfully creamy and al dente with the help of a few simple ...

Dried basil retains little of the aroma and flavour of fresh basil, so is of limited use in the kitchen.

Paula Wolfert's fresh basil-and-garlic sauce is a taste of Provençal summer. Pistou and pesto are saucy cousins from neighboring regions, and they do contain many of the same elements ...