All This Basil!
Is that basil a growin and growin? Good job! Now that you’ve got an overabundance on your hands, it’s time to harvest it for the winter months. It’ll go great in pestos, drinks and soups over the cooler months to add a perky flavor! Here’s how: What you’ll need: lots of basil extra-virgin olive oil … Read more
Drink Up Janie
I won’t be the first or last food writer to mention culinary cocktails, it’s just that I’m in love with them! AND, everyone keeps asking me what to do with all of their extra mint, lemons, basil and lavender. Why not add them to something you can savor and sip on in this Indian summer … Read more
Kath’s Basil
Kath says, “basil needs its space to thrive” as I gazed into the two large pots she was digging through. Mine always gets a little wimpy; apparently I’ve been spacing the poor little guys too close! Kath shared her tips with me on growing this kitchen-garden delight! Kath says: 1. Mix up organic compost and … Read more
