Here’s the funny part: basil is dramatic to grow. It’s like that friend who needs constant attention but is worth the hassle. If you water it too much, it wilts. Too little, it throws a tantrum. But when you get it right? It grows like a fluffy green monster that you can’t stop pinching.
I once grew a basil plant so big, my neighbor asked if I was running a secret herb farm. I said yes, because it sounded cooler than “I forgot to trim it for three weeks.”
What Is Basil And How Do You Cook With It? – QKOGE
When Life Gives You Extra Basil, Freeze It
You will inevitably end up with a mountain of basil. Do not panic. Freeze it in olive oil inside ice cube trays. Those little green cubes will save your soul next January when you’re craving summer.
Drop one into a soup or a pan sauce, and you’ll feel like a time traveler. It’s like having a vacation in your freezer, minus the sunburn.