My basil plant had a good year and my favorite recipe using basil is pesto.

3 cloves of garlic- I use the jar garlic with oil that is found in the produce section of the grocery
2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts- I used almonds the last time I made pesto and I liked it
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

This pesto is great to sautee fresh chicken breasts in. A friend uses it on sandwiches in lieu of mayonaise. When entertaining it is good with a little fresh parmesan cheese grated on top and served for dipping bread in. I have also used it as a salad dressing.

Enjoy!!