Pesto Perpetuo Basil (Ocimum x citriodorum)

This basil was at one of my local markets early in my growing season and I was immediately attracted to it because of the varigated leaves.  Then when I saw it was a type of basil I decided to give it a try in my herb garden.  I have grown many kinds of basil over the years such … Continue reading

Weight Watcher’s Pesto Two Ways

I was a little hesitant to make a Weight Watcher’s pesto when the “real” thing is so good.  See also my recipe Pesto where I have included some information on why basil turns brown and how to prevent it.  I had a lot of basil that needed to be used before it started to flower, so why … Continue reading