This classic Lemon Tart (also known as Lemon pie) infuses fresh basil into the lemon curd for a subtle hint of herby sweetness. So fresh & vibrant, making it the perfect dessert to celebrate all things spring. If you are looking for a make-ahead dessert to serve this Mother’s Day, this is it! The tart…
J. Kenji López-Alt Zucchini and basil are two common summer-garden plants with a tendency to get wildly prolific; if you’ve got a lot of both, why not combine them? This vividly green soup is an easy way to do just that. Cooking the zucchini until it’s tender enough to blend takes only about 10 minutes,…
Crispy gnocchi with jammy cherry tomato sauce is a 30-minute, skillet dinner recipe packed with pan-seared gnocchi, juicy tomatoes, and roasted red peppers, then topped with fresh basil and Parmesan. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm This one-pan weeknight dinner comes together in just 30 minutes, and celebrates simplicity in all the best ways. Cherry tomatoes, roasted…
📋 Ingredient Notes To make this homemade pistachio pesto recipe you’ll need the following ingredients: Roasted pistachios: I don’t recommend raw pistachios because they lack flavor. It’s best to be unsalted so that you can control the amount of salt better. If you can only find salted, then taste first and use additional salt if…
This easy Mediterranean chicken pasta salad recipe is packed with fresh flavor from cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, olives, capers, arugula, and basil. Tossed in a tangy dijon vinaigrette and finished with Parmesan, it’s perfect for make-ahead lunches or summer dinners. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm In the summer, the last thing I want to do…
Make this authentic Thai basil beef recipe (pad gra prow) in just 20 minutes using simple ingredients. This version comes really close to how we served it at my Thai restaurant, it’s easy to make at home with adjustable spice and a flavorful sauce. Tip: You can easily swap the ground beef for any protein…
Bright, bold, and beautiful, this Basil Vinaigrette is a summertime favorite! Make it in under 5 minutes, using your blender. Over the years of running my catering business, I’ve made this Basil Vinaigrette more times than I can count. It’s one of those recipes that just works—fresh, bright, super versatile, and crazy easy to make….
I put this sun dried tomato topping on almost everything! Photo Credits: Mark Beahm To be honest, I’m not entirely sure what to call this sun dried tomato recipe. It’s definitely a condiment, but not quite a salsa. You could call it a sun dried tomato spread, but it’s not really creamy. I developed it…
An original and ultra-fresh idea for summer! This Cold Melon Soup with Basil and Mint takes just 5 minutes to prepare, and I serve it both as a main course and as an appetizer in verrines. Ingredients for Cold Melon Soup Before you get started, here are the main ingredients for this ultra-fresh, fragrant melon…
Khao pad krapowalso known as Thai basil fried rice, is a simple dish that’s perfect for any busy weeknight. This ground pork stir-fry is fragrant, spicy, and can easily be tweaked to your taste. I used minced meat, but you can absolutely switch it up with your favorite proteins. After making this, try one of…
