Basil Recipes

Baked Rustic Potatoes with Basil Pesto

Nothing can beat the taste and charm of Starchy Crispy potatoes topped with fresh homemade basil pesto. I always enjoy nutty taste of basil pesto and keep finding ways to use pesto in a number of ways....

Homemade Tomato Soup

On a cool autumn evening, there is nothing better than a piping hot bowl of soup! Growing up, I had plenty of tomato soup. My grandfather loved to cook and every weekend used to be a - tomato soup and g...

Rustic Spinach, Artichokes and Basil Pesto Pizza

Today, I am sharing with you rustic style pizza with homemade basil pesto, meaty artichokes and my all-time favorite spinach. Artichokes and spinach are two ingredients which I will happily eat on any p...

Pan Seared Tomatoes with melted mozzarella

Pan seared tomatoes with basil and melted mozzarella sings on many nodes like a warm caprese salad. Tomatoes when pan seared release natural sweetness and wonderful tangy flavor. Addition of a pinch of...

Bruschetta with Tomato and Sweet Peppers

Sweetness of ripe sweet tomatoes and basil with mild crunchy bite of onions and sweet peppers – this is my quick appetizer recipe, loved by all family members. Not to forget, it is a wonderful way to add healthy dose of bright colored veggies to my family meal. Bruschetta is an antipasto from centr...

Very Berry Fruit Salad

Fresh Berry Salad with tangy Strawberries and Mandalin Oranges are perfect start for a fresh sunny summer day. It comes from the Pacific Northwest, where wild berries have been a favorite food for hundr...