Sweet Basil Shortbread

The first thing I ever have to harvest out of my own garden is always basil. Those hearty green herbs seem to thrive where so many other plants can’t even set up roots, so by the time we’re midway through the season, I have more basil than I know what to do with. Most applications tend to fall on the savory side, but believe it or not, these versatile leaves can make for a sweet addition to a zesty cookie. Your friends may not initially be able to put their finger on the flavor, but they’ll