“There are so many variations on mashed potatoes — but this combination of potatoes and basil is a marriage made in heaven,” Garten said of the Potato Basil Puree in her How Easy Is That? cookbook.

The only things that love Sophie’s garden more than her are the squirrels that have taken up residence in her backyard. They’ve gotten a bit of a harvest of their own, and we’re ready to wrap it up ...

Easy Tomato Basil Soup is thick, creamy, and full of tomato flavor. This family favorite soup is delicious on its own, and even better paired with a classic grilled cheese! Ingredients • 1 tablespoon ...

In the summer, Pépin likes to use fresh basil from his garden to make this pesto recipe. The basil puree can also be made ahead and frozen to enjoy in the colder months. “In summer when I have lots of ...

Note: For a more dramatic presentation, slice the carrots and beets to preserve their shapes. This recipe comes from Urban Roots farm in Austin, Texas. 1. In a food process, pulse the basil, cilantro ...

From Italy’s Amalfi Coast, pasta alla nerano features long, thin pasta tossed with a velvety sauce made with pureed zucchini. It’s an elegant yet easy dish that’s luxurious but not heavy. In this ...