Preserve Basil for Winter Meals

Preserve Basil for Winter Meals MELINDA MYERS CONTRIBUTOR Don’t let a bumper crop of basil go to waste. Preserve its flavor and zest with proper storage and preservation. Extend the life of fresh basil by removing any discolored leaves and cutting the bottom of the stems off at an angle. Set the stems in a jar with an inch or two of water. Loosely cover it with a plastic bag and set