Preserve the vibrant flavor of fresh basil with this simple dehydrated basil recipe made right in your dehydrator. Slowly drying the leaves locks in their signature sweet, slightly peppery aroma while extending their shelf life for months to come.
As a seasoning for sauces, soups, and marinades, homemade dried basil delivers a fresher, more robust flavor than store-bought. It’s an easy way to make the most of a plentiful harvest or keep that taste of summer on hand all year long.
How To Pick Basil
To harvest fresh basil for a continuous, bushy, and productive plant, cut or pinch the stem just above a pair of leaves (a node) rather than picking single leaves. Start harvesting once the plant is 6–8 inches tall to promote new side shoots, encouraging more bushy growth.
Ingredient Swaps
This method works the same for most fresh herbs, such as parsley, oregano, mint, or cilantro.
Nutrition Information
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