Tuesday, July 9, 2013

INSPIRATION CAFE SERIES - BASIL, BASIL, BASIL!

I've been on vacation, so I'm a day behind...but it's Heather from The Beating Hearth's turn to share something for our new, Bloomin' Marvelous Series.  It's summer time and basil's the star of the show.




Click on the image below for some tips on how to grow basil to its highest potential as well as a recipe for one of the great summer salads...


11 comments:

  1. Mmmm... 'Love basil! 'Can't wait for the Bloomin Marvelous party! I am co- hosting a party today and would love for you to join the fun! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures (dot) com

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  2. Yum!! Love this dish! Basil is this Italians favorite!

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  3. My hubby LOVES vine ripened tomatoes and fresh basil...this recipe is definitely a winner! :D

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  4. That photo is going to force me to go shopping. That's a favorite salad of mine. Off for the tips!

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  5. oh how fun! :)

    and it lookd delicious. I hope you have wonderful summer with familu and friends. and happy cooking.

    Blessing,
    Delvalina

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  6. This post had smell-a-vision because I could smell the basil.
    Bliss

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  7. Basil's a good thing to showcase. :) The layers in the pic are pretty, I saw something similar at a restaurant over the weekend.

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  8. Oh yes, basil, a staple in my herb garden every year! I love making my own vinaigrette with fresh garlic and basil, nothing like it.
    Debbie :)

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  9. Basil is my favorite herb and THIS is the best salad for summer!

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  10. I love basil in anything, and that Caprese salad looks yummy!

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