Let’s talk about basil. It’s one of the most popular herbs, but its uses are often limited to pesto, Italian pastas, and not a whole lot else. Whether you have an overgrown basil pot or you simply want to experiment with more basil-heavy dishes, there are a number of different ways to incorporate this fresh, flavorful herb into your cooking. Here are just a few exciting basil recipes.

Grilled Tuna with Basil Butter and Fresh Tomato Sauce [MyRecipes]
If your mouth is already watering at just the thought of basil butter, you’ll be even more enthralled when you find out how easy it is to make. Combined with the hearty tuna and zesty tomato sauce, this is a unique entree with basil as the main attraction.

Succotash Salad [The Kitchn]
Channel your inner Southerner with this lighter version of succotash. Corn, beans, and grape tomatoes provide some favorite summer flavors, while basil and feta cheese are the perfect accompaniments.

Apricot-and-Basil Shortbread Tart [HuffPost]
Few things are more indulgent than a freshly baked pastry, and this one has a shortbread influence that tastes rich and buttery. Roasted apricots sit atop a layer of creamy custard, and basil brings a cool flavor to this otherwise sweet treat. The finished tart looks rustic and attractive, which makes it the ideal dessert for an outdoor dinner party.

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The Edgewater Office of Emergency Management has received a Blizzard Warning from The National Weather Service beginning with light snow on Monday morning, January 26, 2015, and intensifying through the afternoon with periods of heavy snow of anywhere from 2-4 inches per hour and expected to last through Wednesday. They have suggested that you please stay off the roads unless it is necessary for you to travel. The Edgewater area will be expecting anywhere from 14-18 inches of snow and wind gust of up to 50MPH in our area. We ask that you please clear all items from your balconies, make sure you have plenty of water, food supplies, radios and batteries, warm clothes and blankets, and all necessities for your pets. Our office will probably be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2015, we will keep you updated. Maintenance will still be available for any emergencies, you may reach them on the maintenance hotline at 1-866-730-9234, or the 24 hour concierge at 201-969-0442. Our office will be open tomorrow if you have any questions. Please be careful on the roads and always stay prepared.

The Edgewater Office of Emergency Management has received a Blizzard Warning from The National Weather Service beginning with light snow on Monday morning, January 26, 2015, and intensifying through the afternoon with periods of heavy snow of anywhere from 2-4 inches per hour and expected to last through Wednesday. They have suggested that you please stay off the roads unless it is necessary for you to travel. The Edgewater area will be expecting anywhere from 14-18 inches of snow and wind gust of up to 50MPH in our area. We ask that you please clear all items from your balconies, make sure you have plenty of water, food supplies, radios and batteries, warm clothes and blankets, and all necessities for your pets. Our office will probably be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2015, we will keep you updated. Maintenance will still be available for any emergencies, you may reach them on the maintenance hotline at 1-866-730-9234, or the 24 hour concierge at 201-969-0442. Our office will be open tomorrow if you have any questions. Please be careful on the roads and always stay prepared.