Deliciously fragrant, basil may be the most favored culinary herb. Just a light press of the leaves releases the spicy-sweet scent. Drafts of cinnamon, mint, lemon and anise distinguish the aptly ...

If you've ever tried growing your own herbs, or foraged for them out in the wild, you may have noticed them flowering. Now, edible flowers are something of a fine dining cliché, but they're not just ...

As any passionate gardener knows, basil isn’t just a versatile culinary herb-its vibrant blooms are a treasure trove of ...

3) Line the pan with 2 sheets of parchment paper, in such a way to make sure it comes about 2 inches above the pan 4) Place the pan in a baking sheet 5) Using a hand mixer, in a large bowl cream ...

Basil flowering takes energy from leaf production, causing leaves to become bitter and bad for cooking. Keep basil from flowering by pinching off any flowering bits to redirect energy to the leaves.