Tag: basil

  • Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

    Make 4 to 6 servings INGREDIENTS ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 2½ pounds plum tomatoes, cored, quarter and deseeded 2 yellow onions, peeled and quartered 5 cloves garlic, peeled ½ cup fresh basil, stems and leaves (chop leaves and reserve) 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped Salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 cups vegetable…

  • Quinoa and Turkey Sausage Stuffed Peppers

    Makes 6 servings INGREDIENTS 2 cups water 1 cup quinoa 1 pinch salt 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 4 pieces turkey sausage (favorite variety) 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ bunch (about 10 big leaves) Swiss chard or kale, chopped 1 handful fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped 1 cup goat milk feta, cubed Salt Freshly…

  • Spicy Italian Sausage Baked with Tomatoes & Potatoes

    Serves 6 (makes 6-9 sausages) INGREDIENTS For the Sausage 2 pounds pork butt, cubed into ½-inch cubes ½ pound pork fat, slab bacon, or fatback 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped fine ¼ cup fresh marjoram, chopped fine 1…

  • Artichoke Pesto with Parmesan Tortilla Chips

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS For Dip 2 (15-ounce) cans of artichoke hearts, drained 2 cloves garlic, chopped ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons walnuts, toasted ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated Juice and zest of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt For Tortilla Chips 4 whole wheat tortillas, each cut into 8…

  • Chicken Pesto Meatballs

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS For the Meatballs 1 pound ground chicken 2 cups fresh basil, chopped fine ½ cup pine nuts, chopped 8-9 cloves garlic, chopped fine (2 tablespoons reserved for sauce) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cracked pepper 1 teaspoon red chili flakes 1 egg For the Sauce Olive oil 2 tablespoons chopped garlic (reserved…

  • Sicilian Style Herbed Meatballs

    Serves 6-8 INGREDIENTS For the Meatballs 1 pound ground beef 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, ground 8-9 cloves garlic, chopped fine (2 tablespoons reserved for sauce) ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped fine (2 tablespoons reserved for sauce) ½ cup fresh basil, chopped fine (2 tablespoons reserved for sauce) ½ cup fresh marjoram, chopped fine (2…

  • Herbed Home Fries

    Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 1 lb (about 5-7 potatoes) Yukon Gold or Red Potatoes, cut into cubes 1 onion, chopped Olive oil Salt Freshly ground pepper ¼ cup fresh thyme leaves, chopped ¼ cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, chopped ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped PREPARATION Preheat oven to 350ËšF.…

  • Mixed Greens with Herbed Vinaigrette

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 1 shallot, minced 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons canola oil (neutral flavor oil) 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 8 cups (about ½…

  • Fresh Herb Pasta

    Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour plus additional for dusting 4 large eggs, lightly beaten ½ cup (total) chopped fine, basil, parsley, tarragon, mint, marjoram, chives 1 teaspoon salt Directions To make dough in a processor: Blend flour, egg, and salt in a food processor until mixture just begins to form a ball (dough should be…

  • Spinach and Fresh Herb Risotto

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 2 cups water 1 cup vegetable broth 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1½ cups baby spinach ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped ½ cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh marjoran, chopped 1½ cup Arborio rice 1 cup…

  • Romano Beans with Grilled Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic and Olive Tapenade

    Romano Beans with Grilled Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic and Olive Tapenade

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 1 pound Romano beans, cleaned and cut into 3 inch sections (steamed to aldente) 1 pint cherry tomatoes (all different varieties) lightly grilled and sliced in half 2 tablespoons chopped garlic Juice of one lemon ¼ cup olive oil Sea Salt course Cracked Black Pepper Olive Tapenade (recipe follows) PREPARATION Mix beans,…

  • Indian Summer Ratatouille

    This version of the traditional fresh Provencal vegetable stew is both easy and tasty as well and utilizes the best of the late summer/early fall bounty!

  • Lemon Verbena Basil Cava Cooler

    This exotic and intoxicating cooler will wow you and it stronger than it tastes so look out!

  • Heirloom Tomato and Pesto Pasta Salad

    Heirloom Tomato and Pesto Pasta Salad

    INGREDIENTS 1lb Pasta, cooked 2 gloves Garlic, minced 4 medium Zucchini, chopped 1½ lbs. Heirloom tomatoes, chopped 2 cups fresh Basil leaves Juice of one large Lemon ½ cup Extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste PREPARATION In a large sauté pan, over medium heat, sauté garlic, add zucchini and season with salt,…

  • King’s Country Buck

    King’s Country Buck

    INGREDIENTS Fresh ginger Fresh basil ¾ oz lime juice 1½ oz dark rum ¾ oz Madeira Ginger beer Lime wheels, for garnish PREPARATION In a mixing glass, muddle a thin strip of fresh ginger and 3 leaves of fresh basil with lime juice. Next, add rum, Madeira and icem and shake vigorously. Strain over ice…

  • Zucchini Basil Gratin

    Zucchini Basil Gratin

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 3 to 4 medium zucchini, shredded on box grater 3 teaspoons sea salt 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ cup fresh basil, chopped fine INGREDIENTS FOR TOPPING ½ cup fine bread crumbs ½ cup Asiago cheese, grated fine 1 tablespoon chopped basil 1 tablespoon olive oil PREPARATION Preheat oven to 400Ëš. Place shredded…

  • Strawberry Basil Lemonade

    Makes 1 Large Pitcher INGREDIENTS 1½ cup of sugar 1 pint of strawberries, hulled and quartered 10 lemons, halved and seeds removed 1 tablespoon lemon zest ¼ cup fresh basil leaves , chopped fine 15 -20 cups of water PREPARATION Juice the lemons with a hand juicer, set aside. In a medium wooden bowl mash…

  • Cantaloupe Mint Cucumber Gazpacho

    Cantaloupe Mint Cucumber Gazpacho

    Serves 6 Ingredients 4 cucumbers, peeled, deseeded and chopped fine 1 medium cantaloupe, deseeded, peeled and cut into small dice 2 bunches green onions, sliced fine 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated 3 cloves garlic, chopped fine ½ cup fresh mint, chopped fine ½ cup fresh basil chopped fine 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped fine…

  • Sauteed Scallops with Summer Succotash

    Sauteed Scallops with Summer Succotash

    INGREDIENTS 1 cup green beans (cut into diamonds) 1 cup corn kernels 1 cup diced zucchini 3 cloves garlic, smashed 4 large scallops Sherry vinegar Frantoia extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup chopped tarragon ¼ cup chopped basil Maldon sea salt, to taste PREPARATION In separate pans, sauté green beans, corn, and zucchini (each with…

  • Heirloom Tomato Salad with Ricotta, Olives, and Herbs

    Heirloom Tomato Salad with Ricotta, Olives, and Herbs

    INGREDIENTS 1 cup ricotta cheese ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 4 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1 pint cherry Tomatoes, halved 1 large red onion, sliced 1 cup fresh basil leaves ¼ cup fresh mint leaves ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley ½ cup pitted green olives (ideally calabrese or something equally briny) Red wine vinegar…

  • Red Basil Iced Tea

    Red Basil Iced Tea

    Serves 8 INGREDIENTS 5 Bags Earl Grey Tea 8 cups water 1 cup Red Basil Ginger Simple Syrup, recipe follows PREPARATION Brew Earl Grey Tea in 8 cups of water, steep and cool. In a pitcher over ice, add tea and Red Basil Ginger Simple Syrup. Red Basil Ginger Simple Syrup INGREDIENTS 1 cup water…

  • Chicken Cacciatore

    Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 4 chicken thighs, skin on, bone in 2 chicken wings, skin on, bone in Sea salt Black pepper ½ cup flour (for dredging) Olive oil 3 cloves of garlic, chopped fine 1 medium yellow onion, chopped medium 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped medium 2 medium carrots, chopped medium 2 ribs of…

  • Herbed Tapenade

    Serves 15 INGREDIENTS ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped ½ medium yellow onion, chopped fine 1 red bell pepper, chopped fine 1 yellow pepper, chopped fine 1 orange pepper, chopped fine 1 cup black olives, chopped fine 1 cup walnuts, chopped fine 1 small jar capers 3 small anchovy fillets 1…

  • Fresh Herb Fennel Crusted Tuna, Scallops & Shrimp Seafood Stew

    Serves 6-8 Ingredients Olive Oil 1 pound tuna roast (ask your butcher for uncut tuna steaks-you need 1 large piece) 1 pound medium or small scallops 1 pound peeled shrimp Zest and juice of 3 lemons ¼ cup fennel seeds ¼ cup peppercorns ¼ cup coarse sea salt 1 teaspoon red chili flakes ½ cup…

  • Strawberry Basil Infused Warm Milk

    Here are a few of our favorites for this Fall!

  • Sweet Herbed Cannolis

    Italy is known for being a country filled with food influence and amazing cuisine and Sicily definitely holds its own in this area. There is a wide range of food power on this tiny island due to its proximity to its surrounding countries, Africa, Spain and Greece…

  • Vibrant Leg Citrus Basil Scrub

    Sit back and settle down because we’ve done all the work by creating the perfect menu accompanied by ideal treatments to give you and your friends seamless pedicures that will have you stepping into summer with style. 

  • Cantaloupe Basil Granita

    Herbs and melons have unique pairing potential due to their extremely complex flavors.  With the addition of herbs, the melon flavor tends to deepen and create a heightened complexity and sweetness in their taste.  With a smorgasbord of possibilities, herbs and melons offer us a beautiful pairing for summer’s hottest days.  Experiment with the many…

  • Pineapple Carpaccio With Basil Syrup

    Carpaccio, traditionally a dish of thinly sliced raw fish or beef, has come a long way. This season’s hot herb trend is more than just plain old carpaccio, it’s a showcase of flavor creativity and is no longer reserved for just beef and fish.

  • Salmon Carpaccio With Almond Basil Citrus Oil

    Carpaccio, traditionally a dish of thinly sliced raw fish or beef, has come a long way. This season’s hot herb trend is more than just plain old carpaccio, it’s a showcase of flavor creativity and is no longer reserved for just beef and fish.

  • Broccoli With Red Peppers, Basil, Garlic & Lemon Juice

    You can put virtually anything in a foil packet dinner – whatever inspires you at the market or in your ‘fridge. To get your creative juices flowing, here’s a few ideas to play around with. Simple and delicious!

  • Tangerine & Basil Yogurt Granita

    Here are a few of our latest ideas for spring’s best & most herby, fresh & light desserts!

  • Strawberry Shortcake With Orange-Basil Biscuits and Sweet Pesto Cream

    Here are a few of our latest ideas for spring’s best & most herby, fresh & light desserts!

  • Cinnamon Orange Basil Sweet Rolls

    Some of our favorite winter herbal bread baking recipes.

  • Orange Citrus Basil Mousse

    Please enjoy some of these herbal mousse ideas!

  • Strawberry Basil Tart

    Serve with avocado ice cream. Avocado ice cream is extremely rich and decadent and really is a special treat.

  • Red Basil Syrup

    Bottle and refrigerate.

  • Red Basil Summer Fruit Sangria

    Makes 1 large pitcher

  • Sun-dried Tomato Basil Mustard

    This is an excellent condiment on grilled asparagus, grilled fish and seafood or any sandwich, hot dog or burger.

  • Sweet Fried Basil Leaves

    At Ger-Nis, we can’t imagine that there is any herb lover out there who fails to appreciate the newest trend in hot herbs – fried herb leaves!

  • Citrus Basil Iced Tea

    In the summer we get hot, and when we get hot our natural tendency is to drink something refreshing. Experts may tell us that water is the best thing to drink, but we human beings get bored with the same old thing even if it is good for us. Drinking tea has come back into…

  • Chilled Tomato and Basil Soup

    This is a delightful way to enjoy tomatoes and basil on the hottest days of summer. This soup’s uniqueness, lovely texture and subtle cool flavors make it an excellent choice for a lunch party.

  • Simple Roasted Tomatoes with Garlic and Basil

    This is a truly decadent yet unbelievably simple recipe that captures the essence of slow roasted tomatoes together with basil. Serve over warm crusty bread or pasta, chicken or fish. It is also excellent over fresh steamed broccoli or green beans.

  • BBT Sandwich (Bacon, Basil and Tomato)

    A simple twist on a tomato classic!

  • Sicilian Caper, Basil and Tomato Salsa

    Although traditionally enjoyed with grilled mackerel, this is a truly delightful mixture that can stand on its own; the flavors are perfect together.

  • Sicilian Basil, Onion and Tomato Salad

    Tomato and basil recipes are easy and always foolproof because it is difficult to mess up this perfect pair; they complement each other no matter what. Enjoy the bounty of basil and tomatoes and let summer’s best pairing satisfy you beyond measure!

  • Basil, Romano Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad

    Tomato and basil recipes are easy and always foolproof because it is difficult to mess up this perfect pair; they complement each other no matter what. Enjoy the bounty of basil and tomatoes and let summer’s best pairing satisfy you beyond measure!

  • Strawberry Basil Champagne Vinaigrette

    Serve with a spinach & strawberry salad with almonds

  • Ginger Citrus Basil Cosmopolitans with Citrus Basil Sugared Rims

    Serve herbal sugars on the rims of fancy drinks, sprinkle over fruits or fruit salads, sprinkle on meats, vegetables and seafood before grilling to enhance cartelization, scatter on top of fresh butter cookies or pound cake, serve in little bowls for tea, or make your own flavored whipping cream by adding herbal sugar to heavy…

  • Tuna Burgers with Red Basil Wasabi Aioli

    Burgers with herbs and a modern day twist. Recipe makes four 6 oz. burgers.

  • Roasted Pepper Basil Salsa

    Summertime salsas have come a long way from the tomato, onion and cilantro salsa of our past. Spicy, smooth, sweet, cool, sultry, tangy, and down right sassy; that is how we like our summer salsas.

  • Strawberry Basil Salsa

    Summertime salsas have come a long way from the tomato, onion and cilantro salsa of our past. Spicy, smooth, sweet, cool, sultry, tangy, and down right sassy; that is how we like our summer salsas.

  • Strawberries in Basil Syrup

    Picnics in the park are one of summer’s best treats.

  • Lemon Basil Granita

    All over the world one of the greatest pleasures we share is a mutual love for ice cream, granitas and sorbets. We all crave frozen treats as soon as the weather gets warm and even without the warm weather sometimes!

  • Cantaloupe Basil Mint Granita

    All over the world one of the greatest pleasures we share is a mutual love for ice cream, granitas and sorbets. We all crave frozen treats as soon as the weather gets warm and even without the warm weather sometimes!

  • Red Basil Ice Cream

    All over the world one of the greatest pleasures we share is a mutual love for ice cream, granitas and sorbets. We all crave frozen treats as soon as the weather gets warm and even without the warm weather sometimes!

  • Basil Lemonade Pinot Gris Spritzer

    A spritzer is a cool drink that is served with a mixture of fizzy or bubbled liquid along with flat liquid. We know them best as wine spritzers which are an incredibly lovely way to refresh yourself in the summer without adding tons of alcohol.

  • Basil Peppered Strawberries with Crème Fraiche

    Let stand for about 30 minutes and serve chilled over crème fraiche or at room temperature over crème fraiche.

  • Chili Basil Salt

    Sprinkle on pasta, pizza and seafood.

  • Basic Marinara

    One of the three basic pizza sauces.

  • Citrus Basil Cocktail

    Makes 2 drinks This cocktail is an invigorating drink that will both dazzle and refresh the drinker.

  • Thai Basil Green Curry

    Makes 4 servings.

  • Red Basil Aoili

    Makes ¾ cup Serve on sandwiches, burgers, meats and fish.

  • Orange Basil Beet Carpaccio

    Makes 4 servings.

  • Basil Oil

    Makes 1 ½ cups.

  • Tomato Basil Bisque

    Makes 2 servings.