Another brand of fresh, organic basil has been linked to an outbreak of Salmonella infections. Melissa’s-brand organic basil sold in 2-ounce and 4-ounce packages at Dierberg’s stores in Illinois and ...

Basil is frequently used in Italian cuisine, and it adds freshness to dishes with cheese, lemon, and garlic. Since this hearty dish calls for cheese tortellini and lemon zest, the nearly two cups of ...

There are over 150 varieties of basil including the most popular/common sweet basil variety, which is highlighted here in this month’s recipes. Some additional types to grow and try are lemon basil, ...

Trader Joe's shoppers with an affinity for homemade pesto, Caprese salad or other dishes that utilize fresh basil should check their fridge for a newly recalled plastic clamshell container of the ...

Trader Joe’s is recalling its organic basil sold in 30 states, including in New Jersey, according to the company. The reason for the recall has to do with the product’s potential to be contaminated ...

Basil flowering takes energy from leaf production, causing leaves to become bitter and bad for cooking. Keep basil from flowering by pinching off any flowering bits to redirect energy to the leaves.