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2 Creamy Basil & Olive Oil Recipes That Practically Make Themselves

Craving a splash of basil and a drizzle of olive oil in your next meal? These creamy recipes bring out the very best flavors with minimal effort—perfect for a weeknight upgrade your family will request again and again.

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Updated on Thu, 07 May 2026
Close-up of creamy avocado pasta, garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, ready to eat. Save
Close-up of creamy avocado pasta, garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, ready to eat. | cozybatbout.com
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Creamy Avocado Pasta

Close-up of creamy avocado pasta, garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, ready to eat.
Close-up of creamy avocado pasta, garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, ready to eat. | cozybatbout.com

The velvety avocado sauce, infused with fresh basil, lemon, and a splash of olive oil, makes this pasta creamy, dreamy, and totally unforgettable.

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Tomato Basil Flatbread

Tomato Basil Flatbread
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I made this for a girls’ night and it disappeared before I could grab seconds—so crispy and loaded with herby flavor! —JessieBakes

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