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basil leaves on a counter top with the words how to harvest basil so it keeps growing

Your beautiful new basil plant is calling your name. With large leaves and an aroma that has inspired your menu for the week, you can’t wait to start harvesting. But you are unsure how to pick basil leaves while ensuring your plant continues to thrive?

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fresh basil leaves on a baking sheet ready to go into the oven for roasting

If you have fresh Basil Leaves, we will show you How to Dry Basil Leaves in the oven. These easy methods will help you preserve it to use in your recipes. Save your fresh herbs by drying them out to use in your favorite recipes. #eatingonadime #basil #howto #freshherbs

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a metal container filled with green leaves on top of a wooden table next to a spoon

It seems that in the past few years, freeze dried items have become quite popular, and there is a very good reason for this. Unlike other food-preservation-methods, freeze-drying retains 97% of the nutritional value, while dehydrating retains 60% and canning 40% (according to the Harvest Right website). In addition, freeze dried food can last up […]

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How to dry basil leaves using quick and easy methods.

Discover the best ways to dry basil leaves at home! From air frying to using your oven, learn how to easily preserve your fresh basil for later use. Whether you prefer the convenience of an air fryer or the traditional method of drying in the oven, we've got you covered. Enjoy that garden-fresh basil flavor all year round by following these simple steps for drying basil leaves. Perfect for adding a burst of herbal goodness to your favorite dishes whenever you need it.

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spinach leaves on a cutting board with seasoning

I'll show you exactly how to dry herbs in the microwave, it's quick, easy and a lot of fun! --- The microwave preserves color and flavor like no other method, and in minutes you can have months' worth of herbs ready to go.

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basil plant with text overlay how to freeze basil while still keeping all the flavor

Freezing basil is a simple yet effective method for preserving this beloved herb’s fresh and aromatic qualities, allowing you to savor its vibrant flavor long after its growing season. Whether you have a bountiful basil harvest from your garden or want to make the most of store-bought bundles, freezing basil provides a convenient way to extend its usability in various culinary creations.

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the ingredients for homemade basil salt in a bowl

Herbal salts are so awesome, easy to make and a great way to use herbs. Basil is a wonderful herb. This basil salt recipe is a great way to preserve leaves from your basil plants to use in all kinds of ways throughout the year! This easy Basil salt recipe can be used as a finishing salt or to season fish, chicken, pork or beef. Especially good for grilling. Also a good vegetable seasoning. Herbal salts are also very thoughtful gifts for any occasion!

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two hands holding green plants with the words harvesting and storing basil

You've put in all the work of planting and caring for your basil. Now it's time to harvest and store. Here we share the best tips, ideas, and techniques for harvesting and storing basil. Storing basil improperly can cause all your hard work to go down the drain. Basil leaves have the most oil just before the plant flowers, so harvesting them at this point will ensure that the dried basil has better flavor. We discuss dryig and freezing basil.

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