869 basilic recipes

A simple seasoning that can be used for any kind of dish you prepare for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Grilled veal chops pizzaiola with a robust tomato sauce of anchovies, capers, garlic, and fresh herbs. Italian-style broiled chops with a bold, savory Neapolitan sauce.

Whole brook trout poached in a white wine court bouillon with five fresh herbs, lemon zest, and spices. Served with herb butter made from the poaching liquid.

Herbed chicken blended with Swiss, Parmesan, and mayo spread on English muffins, baked until bubbly and golden, then cut into quarters. A hot, savory appetizer ready in 25 minutes.

Grilled chicken marinated in lemon, balsamic, and soy sauce, then topped with melted gorgonzola and served over peppery arugula. Bold Italian flavors in just 15 minutes on the grill.

Grilled lobster basted in basil butter served with a warm chanterelle, corn, and bacon salad with frisee and sherry vinegar. A stunning summer seafood main course.

Steamed fish rolls: salmon and sole wrapped in napa cabbage leaves, bamboo-steamed and served over a silky roasted red pepper sauce. An elegant, low-fat dinner party starter.

Vegan millet cauliflower soup with a creamy cashew-miso base and toasted millet for nutty depth. A hearty, dairy-free soup loaded with vegetables and fresh herbs.

A great winter addition, this leek potato soup combines the elements of immune supporting spices such as garlic, thyme, dillweed, and basil with a creamy delicious taste. Because this recipe is vegan, its great for asthmatics or those whose condition may be worsened by mucous producing dairy products.

Seafood never had it so good, and neither have you with this unique blend of chili and sauteed shrimp that has a distinctive Thai influence.

Manicotti Florentine stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and spinach, baked in marinara sauce. A vegetarian Italian pasta bake with a three-cheese filling and fresh basil.

Crustless vegetable quiche with broccoli, potatoes, and red peppers in a light cottage cheese and egg substitute base. Low-fat, high-protein, and packed with fresh vegetables.

Greek phyllo-wrapped meat loaf with ground veal, cinnamon, tomato, hard-boiled eggs, and mizithra cheese in a crispy buttered filo shell. A show-stopping Hellenic classic.

Spicy vinegar marinade with red wine vinegar, juniper berries, cloves, bay leaves, rosemary, thyme, and basil. A bold aromatic marinade for lamb, chicken, and barbecue.

Cajun seafood creole with shrimp and crab simmered in a basil-laced tomato sauce with cayenne and white pepper. Spooned over peppery rice for a Louisiana classic that's ready in 40 minutes.

Pa Nang Nuah, a Thai panang beef curry simmered in coconut milk with red curry paste, kaffir lime leaves, fish sauce, and fresh basil. Rich, aromatic, and served over steamed rice.