how do you keep basil fresh for a week?

Answer 1

wrap it in a damp papertowel, put it in a ziplock bag, and store it in the fridge

Answer 2

Hello, according to the Herbs & Spices book that I have in my hand, most basil leaves bruise and wilt easily. So avoid getting those that are already drooping or have blackened leaves. As for storing this plant, put in a damp paper towel or a plastic bag and store in the vegetable crisper. However, they can only last there for 2-3 days before losing freshness.

Or, you could pick out another kind of basil, the Thai Basil, which is sturdier than most of its cousins. These can keep for 5-6 days.

One way of storing basil leaves for long-term storage is to puree them with a little water or olive oil and freeze in ice cube trays. They can stay there for up to three months.

Answer 3

To keep any fresh herbs you store them in salt in an air tight container, layer salt on bottom, put basil on top of layer then layer that with salt.

Answer 4

I agree with wrapping it in a paper towel and putting it in a freezer bag and putting it in the fridge. But also, I have done it the same way in the past, but put it in the freezer.

Answer 5

That stuff grows like a weed,.. really.
I just "grow my own", and I've got plenty of it,..
All it seems to really need is full sun & water every now & then.

Answer 6

Keep it in the fridge, itll be fine.