pitcher and drinking glasses filled with lemonade with sprigs of basil added

Basil Lemonade

A great go-to summer lemonade recipe — the basil adds a delicious twist. The recipe is perfect for a party as you can make non-alcoholic and alcoholic versions. Basil Lemonade 2 cups basil lemon syrup 2 cups cold water 2 cups ice cubes 1 1/4 cups fresh lemon juice Garnish: fresh basil sprigs; lemon zest strips Preparation Stir together all ingredients in a large pitcher, then pour into tall glasses half filled with ice.   Basil Lemon Syrup 4 cups packed …

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Basil – The King of Herbs

Basil is one of the most popular herbs. It’s easy to grow and tastes great in many different recipes.  Several different varieties of fresh basil available now – just in time to get you through the winter! Sweet Basil – the staple of Italian cuisine that tangos with tomatoes and perks up pesto – is the most common type of this regal herb, highly prized for thousands of years for its aroma and flavor.  In fact, the word basil is …