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Mediterranean staple needn’t wait on tomatoes’ arrival

Green beans add crunch to the popular Thai stir-fry dish basil chicken while minced chile peppers add heat. [Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette]

Cool and creamy, lime pie studded with bits of basil hits the spot on a hot summer night. [Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette]

Blend basil, cilantro, mint and jalapeno into a bright, spicy salsa for pan-fried fish. [Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette]

Blend basil, cilantro, mint and jalapeno into a bright, spicy salsa for pan-fried fish. [Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette]

Basil pesto requires no cooking and comes together in minutes in a food processor or blender. [Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette]

Classic bruschetta and Caprese salad may still be weeks in the making….