How to Use basil in a Sentence

basil

noun

• Sprinkle with the extra oregano and basil, and serve right away.
  — San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Nov. 2021
• Top with the fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil over the whole pizza.
  — Bianca Betancourt, Harper's BAZAAR, 4 Nov. 2021
• The soup’s tomato-y broth wafts with garlic, oregano and basil.
  — Washington Post, 17 Nov. 2021
• The basil was fresh and the julienned zucchini gives a nice crunch.
  — cleveland, 23 Nov. 2021
• It’s time to replace summer crops (such as eggplant and basil) with cool-season crops (such as lettuce and cabbage).
  — Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Nov. 2021
• Now, whether these folks invite me over for dinner once that basil becomes pesto or Caprese salad ... that’s up to them.
  — Times Staff, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
• Fried green tomatoes are panko-crusted as opposed to using cornmeal, and are served over grits flavored with goat cheese and roasted red pepper coulis and basil.
  — Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Nov. 2021
• The broth is flavorful and well clarified, and the garnishes for the noodle bowl perfectly fresh: bean sprouts, jalapeño slices and a large stem of basil.
  — Carol Deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2021
• Standouts include the snappy sausage and the chicken wings that are deboned and stuffed like an egg roll, and Panang curry, made with coconut milk, green beans and basil.
  — Carol Deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2021
• It can be used to quickly dry other botanicals like basil, lavender and rosemary, which can then be used to kick salad dressings, dips and coffee drinks up a notch.
  — Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2021
• In a small bowl, combine the basil, Parmesan, Asiago, garlic, thyme, oregano, fennel seeds and red pepper flakes.
  — Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 24 Nov. 2024
• Their fresh sorrentinos come with fillings like spinach and ricotta, ham and mozzarella, or eggplant and basil, and are paired with a choice of over 14 homemade sauces.
  — Allie Lazar, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
• Some of the other dishes remain, including a superb tuna tartare with green beans, olives, basil and a Dijon dressing ($26).
  — John Mariani, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2021
• Types of microgreens include broccoli, red cabbage, cauliflower, radishes, beets, basil, parsley, and cilantro.
  — Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2024
• Remove the tomato sauce from the heat and stir in the basil.
  — Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2022
• Snip off the top four to six inches of the basil stem, keeping the leaves on.
  — Washington Post, 31 Jan. 2024
• The soup is topped with cilantro, bean sprouts, chopped green onions and Thai basil leaves.
  — Dallas News, 27 Jan. 2023
• The spark of joy on the plate is a basil-brightened chimichurri.
  — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 16 Sep. 2022
• The basil is pureed with olive oil and ice cubes (to preserve the color).
  — Los Angeles Times, 5 Jan. 2023
• Place the four tomato halves and 4 basil leaves on the pizza.
  — Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 28 May 2024
• Divide among the bowls, top with more basil leaves and cheese, and serve hot.
  — Washington Post, 1 May 2022
• Add half the basil pieces and reserve the rest to add to the finished salad.
  — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 8 Aug. 2022
• Fill with crushed ice and garnish with a slapped basil leaf.
  — The Courier-Journal, 24 Jan. 2023
• Lemon Basil Room Spray Freshen up rooms with the clean scent of lemon and basil.
  — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2023
• The bright basil green and the chalky matte finish set the direction for the rest of the room.
  — Paige Porter Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2022
• Beet foam and basil jelly were the new hollandaise and velouté.
  — New York Times, 27 Nov. 2021
• Taste for seasoning, add the basil leaves, and remove from the heat.
  — Jennifer McClellan, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2022
• Place purple basil plants in full sun, and make sure the soil is moist but well-drained.
  — Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2024
• Add half the basil leaves and sprinkle with salt and a little more olive oil.
  — Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, 11 Oct. 2022
• The Ballin’ Out, loaded with meatballs and fresh basil.
  — Dana McMahan, The Courier-Journal, 5 July 2022

Last Updated: 9 Jun 2024