Interestingly, Basil recalls that two other actors hoping to landing the titular role in Baz Luhrmann’s fantasy biopic (“a real American musical, like the old days!”) were dispatched to her by the ...

"Wondering what to make with all your fresh basil? Try pesto! aromatic basil is mixed with zesty garlic, fruity olive oil, ...

See which plants don't make good neighbors for basil. Before you add basil (Ocimum basilicum) to your garden, make sure it’s compatible with the plants that will be growing around it. They should have ...

Tom Douglas and Seattle Kitchen contributor Katie O both grow and love to eat basil. Tom Douglas says his very favorite thing to do with basil in the summer is to use it in a Panzanella salad. Listen ...

To blanch or not to blanch? That is the question when it comes to making basil pesto. Many cooks blanch the leaves for a few seconds so the pesto retains a vibrant green color. But will a few seconds ...

“Because I danced in the ‘60s, and I still can dance, I'm probably the only one alive that did dance in the ‘60s and can coach it,” chuckles Toni Basil — who, long before she had a huge ‘80s hit with ...