Frozen Basil Cubes: Freezer-Friendly

Instructions:

1. Rinse the basil leaves under cool running water to remove garden debris.
2. Use a salad spinner or pat the leaves dry with a towel to ensure no water remains.
3. Place the basil leaves in a food processor and pulse 5–7 times until coarsely chopped.
4. While pulsing, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the basil is thoroughly coated.
5. Stir in the minced garlic, lemon zest, and grated Parmesan cheese by hand with a spoon.
6. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon (15ml) of the mixture into each slot of an ice cube tray, pressing down to remove air pockets.
7. Place the tray in the freezer for 2 to 3 hours until the cubes are frozen solid.
8. Release the frozen cubes from the tray and transfer them into a freezer-safe bag, squeezing out as much air as possible before sealing.