We are currently swimming in basil at our house.  We are growing some fresh basil and it’s ready to be pruned/harvested.  We also received a big bunch of basil from the farmer’s program we belong to called Just Farmed out of Westfield.  So, what do we do with it all?  Dry some?  I definitely will.  Pesto?  Tara, my wife, isn’t a big fan.  I already made some marinara with basil a couple weeks back and have it waiting for us in the freezer.  So, I decided to make basil aioli.  It will last in an airtight container for a week or so.  It’s super easy with a food processor and is so worth the effort.  In fact, if you are still buying mayonnaise, stop!  If you have a food processor, a fresh egg or two, a clove of garlic, and about a cup of the oil of your choice, you are set!  Recipe follows after the jump. Continue reading →