Make the pesto: Put the basil, olive oil ... Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch until they turn bright green and are tender, approximately 10 minutes.

Fragrant, gorgeously green basil takes center stage, but it gets a little kick from fresh garlic and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Make it your go-to salad dressing, drizzle it over roasted ...

Green beans aren't exactly known for stoking excitement ... or pesto essentials like garlic, basil, pine nuts, almonds, or parmesan cheese, to enhance the sauce's flavors. On the lighter side ...

Add green beans and shallots; cook 3-4 minutes or until shallots are soft. Add chicken, garlic and Thai chiles; cook 4-5 minutes or until chicken is browned on each side. Pour in Thai basil sauce ...

It combines the flavors of a creamy tomato soup with cheesy white beans and herby basil pesto with a touch of garlic. Full of protein, the beans cook up soft and creamy — perfect for scooping up ...