Basil - the dirt

Basil is fragrant, gorgeous and a must have herb to grow in your garden. Used in Italian and Southeast Asian cuisines, basil is typically added at the last minute, because cooking it destroys the flavour.  What do you think of these ideas?

Coffee and Quinoa chocolate terraine with sea salt and Thai basil ice cream

Fo Reals Life artichoke basil hummus

Culinary Colleen fava bean, ricotta and basil crostini

Fearless Homemaker sparkling cucumber basil limeade

Strawberryplum balsamic strawberry, mozzarella and basil crostini

Cooking Classy four cheese Caprese pizza

Will Cook for Friends basil and sunflower seed pesto