Basil & Salt Living

06/04/2026

ELOTE | Mexican Street Corn 🌽
A little smoky. A little creamy. A whole lot of summer.

Fresh sweet corn is charred over an open flame, then dressed with cool crema, tangy cotija cheese, chili powder, and a generous squeeze of lime for the perfect balance of sweet, savory, smoky, and bright.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard gathering, firing up the grill for Father’s Day, or simply looking for a side dish that steals the show, this Mexican street food favorite never disappoints.

Get the recipe at the linktree in our bio or here:
https://basilandsalt.com/2022/06/04/elote-grilled-mexican-street-corn/

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06/03/2026

🧀🍅 Three Cheese Tomato Bruschetta Dip
Everything you love about bruschetta—sweet tomatoes, garlic, basil, and toasted bread—baked into a bubbling three-cheese dip that’s impossible to stop eating.

Quick Recipe
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup grated Parmesan
2 cups chopped tomatoes
2 cloves garlic, minced
Fresh basil
Olive oil, salt & pepper

Mix cheeses in a baking dish. Top with tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly. Finish with fresh basil and serve with toasted baguette slices.

Perfect for patio gatherings, girls’ nights, game days, or anytime a snack turns into dinner.

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

This No-Knead Bread proves that some of the best things from the kitchen don’t need to be complicated. Just a handful of ingredients, an overnight rise, and a hot oven transform simple pantry staples into a loaf with a golden crust and tender crumb.

Perfect for summer grazing boards, seaside-inspired lunches, fresh jam, or simply warm from the oven with a generous swipe of butter.

Save this recipe for your next slow weekend and let the aroma of fresh-baked bread fill the house.
Golden crust. Tender crumb. Pure comfort.

06/02/2026

Perfection!

06/01/2026

Welcome June ☀️

05/31/2026

🌿🍸 The Gardener’s Martini
A cocktail for flower-filled tables, warm afternoons, and conversations that stretch long into the evening.

Revivalist Garden Gin lends its botanical depth to this graceful combination of Lillet Rosé and grapefruit bitters, creating a martini that is bright, aromatic, and effortlessly refined.

Ingredients
• 2 oz Revivalist Garden Gin
• ¾ oz Lillet Rosé
• 3 drops grapefruit bitters

Stir with ice, strain into a chilled coupe, and garnish with grapefruit zest.

Some cocktails are made for occasions. This one is made for the season.

05/30/2026

These juicy, flavorful chicken thighs, marinated in a sweet and tangy blend of honey and BBQ sauce, grill up to perfection. The smoky, caramelized glaze makes them a hit at any outdoor event, ensuring everyone goes back for seconds.

Recipe: https://basilandsalt.com/2024/05/30/honey-barbeque-chicken-thighs/