Fill the ice cubes the rest of the way.

How to freeze fresh basil in ice cube trays. When they are frozen, remove the tray from the freezer and top it off with cold water and refreeze. Place your pesto in the freezer, and freeze for up to 2 months. Mix in a little olive oil, then put this mixture in the freezer tray.

How much olive oil to add. Next, place a small handful of basil into each of your ice cube trays and drizzle olive oil over top. Try to use the same amount for each.

Pick a good handful or two of basil leaves and soak them in a bowl of water for a few minutes to remove any dirt. Scoop the basil oil into ice cube trays evenly. Use a food processor to coarsely chop washed basil leaves.

I would rather pack in a little extra than have one tiny cube. To freeze small amounts of pesto, put spoonfuls of pesto into ice cube trays and place in the freezer until solid. I use this technique every year!

Freeze the ice cube herbs. When you’re ready to use your pesto, simply remove from your freezer, and place in your fridge to thaw. You don’t need to completely fill the ice cube spot with oil, but make sure to have.

Apparently the best time of day to. It is always ok to pack in a little more if needed. Pop frozen basil cubes out of the tray as well as location in a plastic bag.