An expert weighs in: It’s all about where you store it.
Fresh basil tastes like summer to me.
Its just not summertime without it.
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Basil should and can last!
Ive just been storing it wrong.
Anything below 50F will damage the product through chilling stress, says Frymark.
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Frymark recommends storing basil on the counter away from direct sunlight.
Then, I loosely cover the top with a thin plastic produce bag.
An open zip-top bag will also work.
This sits on my counter in a shady spot and lasts for a solid week!
This is at least twice as long as basil lasts in the fridge.
