This Week's Tip from BonAppetit.com

An ounce of fresh basil contains more Vitamin A than you'll need for 2 whole days! Who knew? So if you're feeling bleary-eyed, go eat some pesto.

Learn more nutrition stats, plus how to shop for, store and enjoy all varieties of peak-season basil in this useful tip from BonAppetit.com.

And don't forget to enter Your Best Recipe Using Fresh Basil by Friday at 12am ET for a chance to win a $100 gift card from Whole Foods Market and a bounty of kitchen products from OXO!

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