Basil Recipes

[JoAnne]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
A good Caprese salad depends entirely on the strength of its ingredients—there's no fancy technique or seasonings to hide them, so it's imperative that you use the best you can find. That means water-packed fresh mozzarella, ripe and juicy tomatoes (in season only, and preferably from a farmers' market or a nearby backyard), and leaves of just-picked basil. Drizzle with good-quality olive oil, sprinkle lightly with a crunchy coarse sea salt, and you're done.
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
Combine shisho with crunchy-sweet raw corn, spicy radishes, tangy feta cheese, juicy tomatoes, and crisp sliced cucumber, with some sliced shallots for a little extra bite, and basil, of course, as a garnish. Feel free to change up the proportions or ingredients; it's the shiso that makes this salad special.
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
This six-ingredient dish is one of several fast, simple recipes we've designed to make your summer eating a little easier. Of course, because the ingredient list is so sparse, it helps to source the best ingredients possible: juicy Black Mission figs, salty Spanish ham, the most intensely sweet melon, and fragrant basil leaves to scatter over it all.
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
Zucchini makes a great latke base and shredding it in a food processor ensures a hearty, consistent size and shape. Chopped basil and lemon zest help that light, grassy quality shine, while pine nuts and Parmesan cheese give the latkes a pesto-inspired twist.
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
It doesn't get much quicker or easier than these stuffed cremini mushroom caps, grilled until tender and filled with a flavorful mayo. The mayonnaise provides a creamy contrast to the meaty mushrooms, and this version—seasoned with basil, Parmesan, and garlic—is herbal, with a pleasantly salty bite.
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
Basil makes an unexpected addition to a quick, easy side of snap peas and mushrooms. The sweet, crunchy peas take on a hint of smoky char from the wok, while the mushrooms counterbalance them with their savory flavor and tender texture. Finish with a simple sauce of fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice, add a handful of chopped basil, and you're good to go.
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
Making an authentic-tasting phat ka-phrao relies on the unique flavor of holy basil, which can be difficult to come by in the States. A more accessible and equally delicious alternative is phat bai horapha: beef stir-fried with a powerful homemade chile paste (as with pesto, use a mortar and pestle for best results), with a handful of sweet basil thrown in at the end. Browning the meat in batches allows you to get a good sear, without worrying about steaming or overcooking it.
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
Some of the best ways to enjoy fresh basil are also the simplest, and this Neapolitan-style pizza falls squarely into that category. The split cherry tomatoes topping the pie intensify in flavor and sweetness during their brief stay in a hot oven, while the basil singes from the high heat. Because there are so few ingredients at work here, try to get the best possible, including high-quality fresh mozzarella and canned San Marzano tomatoes to form the base layer on the crust.
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).

Fresh Basil Mousse
It should come as no surprise that basil is a natural flavor for a dairy-forward dessert—we know it pairs beautifully with mozzarella, so why not sweet cream? What's a little more surprising is how well white chocolate works to complement the herbal flavor of basil, while also adding richness and body to this light and creamy mousse. Served in individual glasses, either alone or with a topping of seasonal fresh fruit, it makes a stunning dessert for company.
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

El Derby Ahumado
Traditionally served on Derby Day, but refreshing all summer long, juleps deserve a spot in your cocktail repertoire. We'll never refuse a classic julep of mint and bourbon, but there's no reason not to experiment. Here, we swap out mint for basil (a close relative) and sweet bourbon for smoky mezcal; muddled cucumber and jalapeño add extra cooling, vegetal, and spicy flavors.
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.



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[JoAnne]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Read: 10/10

The Recipes
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C AND where someone grows tomatoes.
Cora On Moonberry Lake Holly Varni 8/4/25

🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B.
Bix The Outsider Maisey Yates 8/6/25

🍈 3. Read a book set in summer.
Under the Stars: A Novel Beatriz Williams 8/3/25

🧀 4. Read a book where a character eats something flat like a pancake.
Someone to Tempt Michelle Major 8/5/25

🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the word STUFFED can be found in the text.
p 35 Wasted Love with You: Season 1 Whitney G. 8/2/25

🫛 6. Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read.
He Falls First Jill Shalvis 8/10/25

🥘 7. Read a book where a character eats Thai food.
Someone to Have Michelle Major 8/7/25

🍕 8. Read a book with a round item on the cover.
Godwin's Grocery Anne-Marie Meyer 8/13/25

🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M.
Meg The Beach Shack Cindy Nichols 8/5/25

🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E.
Eve Dream Town Lee Goldberg 8/3/25

[Charlotte]

I'm in!!

Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Progress: 6/10

🍅 1. Caprese Salad: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover):
The Maze Runner James Dashner 8/1/25 - they grow tomatoes on the farm.

🌽 2. Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad:

🍈 3. Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six-word title:
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Holly Jackson 8/17/25 - 6 word title

🧀 4. Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke, or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character:
The Midnight Library Matt Haig 8/26/25 - MC's first name is Nora, starts with an N.

🍄‍🟫 5. Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word stuffed can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation):
Good Girl, Bad Blood Holly Jackson 8/19/25 - MC's first name is Pip, starts with a P.

🫛 6. Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition:
Julegrisen J.K. Rowling 8/12/25 - It was a quick and easy read.

🥘 7. Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item):
The Scorch Trials James Dashner 8/10/25 - MC's first name is Thomas, starts with a T

🍕 8. Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).
The Death Cure James Dashner 8/15/25 - The MC's name is Thomas (T)

🍮 9. Fresh Basil Mousse: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

🌿 10. El Derby Ahumado: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.

[Frankie]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

10/10 Completed. Finish

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
August Moon-Jess Lourey 8/11/25


Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name)
(Rebecca)
Shadow's Hoax-Mary Stone 8/12/25

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book set in summer
Last Summer at the Beach House: Feel Good Beachy Women's Fiction-Maggie Miller 8/06/25

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book with a Jewish or Italian character.
(MC is Italian)
One in a Million-Gina LaManna 8/13/25

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name)
(Samantha)
State of Retribution-Marie Force 8/02/25

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name)
(Franki)
Tuaca Tan: A Private Investigator Comedy Mystery-Traci Andrighetti 8/05/25

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name)
(Trace)
Chasing Shelter-Catherine Cowles 8/09/25

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name)
(Gage)
Somehow You Knew-Harlow James 8/07/25

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name)
(Beth)
Shadow Angel-D.K. Hood 8/09/25

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name)
(Declan)
Miami Ripper-Stacy M. Jones 8/14/25

[Julesy]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Progress: 10/10
The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
Heartstopper: Volume One by Alice Oseman - MC's name is Charlie - Aug. 1

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.
A Little Step Vol. 1 by Mimi Szeto - MC is Ho-yuet - Aug. 11

Ⓜ️Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name).
Ozy and Millie by Dana Simpson - MC's name is Millie - Aug. 29

🐉Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name).
Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo: A Graphic Novel by Denise Mina - MC's name is Lisbeth - Aug. 24

🎡Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name).
PrestonPlayz: The Mystery of the Super Spooky Secret House: A Graphic Novel by Prestonplayz - MC's name is Preston - Aug. 15

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.
My Sister's Daughter by Liv Constantine - Aug. 3

🌫️Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name).
Cloud Puppy by Kelly Leigh Miller - Cloud Puppy - Aug. 15

🔵Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR with a round item on the cover (show cover). Realm of the Blue Mist by Amy Kim - MC's name is Tabetha - portal shown on cover - Aug. 5


🌭Fresh Basil Mousse
9. Read a book where someone has a dairy dessert.
Hot Dog Taste Test by Lisa Hanawalt - Aug. 28

⛺El Derby Ahumado
10. Read a book published in May of any year.
Karen's Sleepover by Katy Farina - Aug. 12

[JoAnne]

Welcome Laura, Charlotte, Frankie and Julesy!

[Genevieve]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025


The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name). Reyla
Loneliest Angel by Aron Lewes 8/14/2025

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) Stratford Wallace
Whiteout by Ann Grech 8/13/2025

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name). Lillie
The Ghost of Redemption: A School for Spirits Story by Aron Lewes 8/18/2025

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) Beau
Ghosted by Josh Lanyon 8/11/2025

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) Ponyboy
The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton 8/14/2025

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name). Barbara
Pretty Dead Girl by Aron Lewes 8/2/2025

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name). Everett Larkin.
Hudson River Homicides by C.S. Poe 8/8/2025

[Angel **Book Junkie**]

Basil Recipes: 10/10
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

🍅 1. Caprese Salad: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) Sookie Stackhouse | Dead to the World | Charlaine Harris | 08.03

🌽 2. Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B | Robyn | Wolf Signs | Vivian Arend | 08.02

🍈 3. Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B | Summer | Things I Wanted to Say, But Never Did | Monica Murphy | 08.07

🧀 4. Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name)| Paedyn | Powerless | Lauren Roberts | 08.01


🍄‍🟫 5. Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo: Read a book where where the word stuffed can be found in the text (share page/loc#) | "Rachel climbed onto her bed and stuffed a pillow behind her head." p. 19 | Shine | Jodi Picoult | 08.02

🫛 6. Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil: Read a book where that can be described as a quick or easy read | Shame on You | Tara Sivec | 08.02

🥘 7. Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C |Tiernan | Credence | Penelope Douglas | 08.05

🍕 8. Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella: Read a book where where someone eats pizza | Shawn | p. 11 | The Visitor | K.D. West | 08.03

🍮 9. Fresh Basil Mousse: Read a book with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover). | Ain't He Precious? | Juliette Poe | 08.06


🌿 10. El Derby Ahumado: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) | Adena | Powerful | Lauren Roberts | 08.03

[Chrissie]

Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Progress: 8/10

The Recipes

Caprese Salad
✓ 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S. (Sangwoo) Killing Stalking Season I 1 by Koogi (25/08/17)

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
✓ 2. Read a book with a spicy scene. Touch of Pain by Kano Miyamoto (25/08/05)

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
✓ 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B. (Zeko) Hundesohn by Ozan Zakariya Keskinkılıç (25/08/22)

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
✓ 5. Read a book where the word STUFFED can be found in the text. (p. 184 "[...] pretending to have sex with a large stuffed Gumby.") The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky (25/08/17)

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
✓ 6. Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read. Ein Zeichen der Zuneigung 08 by Suu Morishita (25/08/23)

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
✓ 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C. (Wanda) Achtzehnter Stock by Sara Gmuer (25/08/03)

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
✓ 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M. (Pheobe) Wedding People by Alison Espach (25/08/30)

Fresh Basil Mousse
✓ 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M. (Mary Pat) Sekunden der Gnade by Dennis Lehane (25/08/08)

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.

[Lali & Michelle]

Basil Recipes
August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

10/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
🍃 1st name is Sarah - Making Friends Can Be Murder by Kathleen West 8/2/25

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.
🍃 Spicy scene - Magic Steals by Ilona Andrews 8/5/25

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.
🍃 Margaret - The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield 8/1/25

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.
🍃 MC eats pancakes - Slashing Through the Snow by Jacqueline Frost 8/3/25

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).
🍃 MC Minnie Harper - A Death on Corfu by Emily Sullivan 8/9/25

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.
🍃 Quick easy read - Death of a Bachelorette by Laura Levine 8/6/25

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).
🍃 MC Willa Lakey - A Walk Along the Beach by Debbie Macomber 8/4/25

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).
🍃 MC (and author) Trevor - Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah 8/10/24

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).
🍃 MC Fortune Redding - Swamp Spirits by Jana Deleon 8/15/25

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.
🍃 MC's Eve - What Does It Feel Like? by Sophie Kinsella 8/5/25

[Mary]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

0/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (Colt)
THE THOUSAND DOLLAR HEIST: A Colt Ryder Thriller J.T. Brannan 08/21


Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (Harry) (Harry Bauer Thriller #11) Sweet Razor Cut

Sweet Razor CutBlake Banner 08/16

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a where a character eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter --
A waitress came by, busy but professionally patient, and Reacher ordered his default breakfast, which was pancakes, eggs, and bacon, but most of all coffee, first and always.

Child, Lee. Make Me (with bonus short story Small Wars): A Jack Reacher Novel (p. 15). Random House Publishing Group. Kindle Edition. Make MeLee Child 08/24


Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#)
Then he closed the phone again and stuffed it back in his pocket.
Child, Lee. 61 Hours: A Reacher Novel (Jack Reacher Book 14) (p. 252).
61 HoursLee Child 08/02

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (Carrick)
Icing the OmegaHarper B. Cole 08/24

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (Felix).
Hidden in DarknessAlice Winters 08/27
El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book published in May of any year.
Gone TomorrowLee Child 08/01 was published May7, 2009

[Kimberly]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Read: 0/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book with a round item on the cover.
Clock - - Julie Hyzy - 8/8/25

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.

[Denise]

8/1-10/31
The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🌮🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name)
The Correspondent Virginia Evans 12 Aug SYBIL

🌮Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.
A Big Surprise for Valentine's Day Jackie Lau 30 Aug SEBASTIAN has several spicy scenes and eats salad with the object of his spicy scenes

🌮Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book with a six word title.
Dave Barry's Book of Bad Songs Dave Barry 30 Aug

🌮Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name)
The Missing Half Ashley Flowers 4 Aug NIC


Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
It doesn't get much quicker or easier than these stuffed cremini mushroom caps, grilled until tender and filled with a flavorful mayo. The mayonnaise provides a creamy contrast to the meaty mushrooms, and this version—seasoned with basil, Parmesan, and garlic—is herbal, with a pleasantly salty bite.
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).

🌮🫛 6. Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.
How Steeple Sinderby Wanderers Won the FA Cup J.L. Carr 24 Aug 148 pages and the team gets an unexpected addition

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
Making an authentic-tasting phat ka-phrao relies on the unique flavor of holy basil, which can be difficult to come by in the States. A more accessible and equally delicious alternative is phat bai horapha: beef stir-fried with a powerful homemade chile paste (as with pesto, use a mortar and pestle for best results), with a handful of sweet basil thrown in at the end. Browning the meat in batches allows you to get a good sear, without worrying about steaming or overcooking it.
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

🌮Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name)
Three Days in June Anne Tyler 30 Aug GAIL

Fresh Basil Mousse
It should come as no surprise that basil is a natural flavor for a dairy-forward dessert—we know it pairs beautifully with mozzarella, so why not sweet cream? What's a little more surprising is how well white chocolate works to complement the herbal flavor of basil, while also adding richness and body to this light and creamy mousse. Served in individual glasses, either alone or with a topping of seasonal fresh fruit, it makes a stunning dessert for company.
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

🌮El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name)
Year of Wonders Geraldine Brooks 9 Aug ANNA

[Melissa A]

FINISHED! BASIL Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Read: 10/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
☑️ 🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name)

The Cuckoo's Calling (Cormoran Strike 1) Robert Galbraith 08/03/25

OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market

OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
☑️ 🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name)

Bones of Betrayal (The Bone Farm 4) Jefferson Bass (Bill) 08/02/25

OR with a spicy scene

OR where someone eats a salad.

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
☑️ 🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name)

The Diva Runs Out of Thyme (Domestic Diva 1) Krista Davis (Sophie) 08/04/25

OR set in summer

OR with a six word title.

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
☑️ 🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name)

OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter

X OR with a Jewish or Italian character.

Tuesday the Rabbi Saw Red (Rabbi Small 5) Harry Kemelman 08/06/25

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
☑️ 🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name)

X OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#)

Wedding Bell Blues (Tourist Trap 13) Lynn Cahoon (p. 17 “. . . I stuffed them back in the bag . . .”) 08/01/25

OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
☑️ 🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name)

X OR that can be described as a quick or easy read

Teen Slang Translator: From Groovy to Drippy: A Journey Through Generational Slang Roel van Roozendaal 08/01/25

OR where there is an unexpected addition.

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
☑️ 🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name)
&
OR where something is done in batches (share item).

Aunt Bessie Questions (Isle of Man 17) Diana Xarissa (Bessie; bread & brownies) 08/05/25

OR where a character eats Thai food

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
☑️ 🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name)

OR where someone eats pizza

X OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).

A Library Nikki Giovanni (Hair puffs) 08/05/25

Fresh Basil Mousse
☑️ 🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name)

X OR where someone has a dairy dessert

A Cold-Blooded Business (Kate Shugak 4) Dana Stabenow (p. 93 Sundae) 08/04/25

OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

El Derby Ahumado
☑️ 🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name)

The Poppy Fields Nikki Erlick (Ava) 08/05/25

OR where someone enjoys a cocktail

OR published in May of any year.

[JoAnne]

Welcome all!

[Moondance]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

0/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.

[Olivermagnus]

Basil Recipes
August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

10 of 10 Complete

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market.
Killer Green Tomatoes - Lynn Cahoon - 3.5 Stars - 8/28/25

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name).
A Week in Winter - Maeve Binchy - 3.5 Stars - 8/6/25 - MC = Chicky Starr

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.
The ABC Murders - Agatha Christie - 4 Stars - 8/17/25 - Hercule Poirot

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name).
Overkill - Sandra Brown - 4 Stars - 8/20/25 - Zach Bridger

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name).
Cherry Ames, Student Nurse - Helen Wells - 4 Stars - 8/29/25 - Cherry Ames

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name).
Finger Lickin' Fifteen - Janet Evanovich - 2 Stars - 8/25/25 - Stephanie Pum

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name).
Irresistible Force - D.D. Ayres - 2.5 Stars - 8/11/25 - Shay Appleton

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name).
The Winter Sea - Susanna Kearsley - 4 Stars - 8/14/25 - Carrie McClelland

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name).
Whispering Rock - Robyn Carr - 3.5 stars - 8/2/25 - Brie Sheridan

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book published in May of any year.
If You Really Loved Me - Ann Rule - 4 Stars - 8/27/25 - orig pub May 15, 1991

[Caraina]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Completed: 10/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover). Carpe Corpus - Rachel Caine 8/1/25 (Claire)

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad. Incubus - Ann Arensberg 8/3/25 (Cora)

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title. Tricky Twenty-Two - Janet Evanovich 8/5/25 (Stephanie)

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character. The Ghost Writer - Philip Roth 8/6/25 (Nathan)

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation). Love in a Cold Climate - Nancy Mitford 8/3/25 (Polly)

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition. Myth Academy - A.K. Thorne 8/1/25 (Penelope)

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item). Finding Peace - Denise Grover Swank 8/7/25 (Stephanie)

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover). Finding Forever - Denise Grover Swank 8/7/25 (Max)

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover). The Orchard Keeper - Cormac McCarthy 8/6/25 (Marion)

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year. God Don't Like Ugly - Mary Monroe 8/4/25 (Annette)

[Katrina]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
A good Caprese salad depends entirely on the strength of its ingredients—there's no fancy technique or seasonings to hide them, so it's imperative that you use the best you can find. That means water-packed fresh mozzarella, ripe and juicy tomatoes (in season only, and preferably from a farmers' market or a nearby backyard), and leaves of just-picked basil. Drizzle with good-quality olive oil, sprinkle lightly with a crunchy coarse sea salt, and you're done.
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
Combine shisho with crunchy-sweet raw corn, spicy radishes, tangy feta cheese, juicy tomatoes, and crisp sliced cucumber, with some sliced shallots for a little extra bite, and basil, of course, as a garnish. Feel free to change up the proportions or ingredients; it's the shiso that makes this salad special.
🌽 2. Read a book where someone eats a salad. Kay - Body of Evidence - Patricia Cornwell

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
This six-ingredient dish is one of several fast, simple recipes we've designed to make your summer eating a little easier. Of course, because the ingredient list is so sparse, it helps to source the best ingredients possible: juicy Black Mission figs, salty Spanish ham, the most intensely sweet melon, and fragrant basil leaves to scatter over it all.
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) Hervé - Seta - Alessandro Baricco 31/08/25

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
Zucchini makes a great latke base and shredding it in a food processor ensures a hearty, consistent size and shape. Chopped basil and lemon zest help that light, grassy quality shine, while pine nuts and Parmesan cheese give the latkes a pesto-inspired twist.
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
It doesn't get much quicker or easier than these stuffed cremini mushroom caps, grilled until tender and filled with a flavorful mayo. The mayonnaise provides a creamy contrast to the meaty mushrooms, and this version—seasoned with basil, Parmesan, and garlic—is herbal, with a pleasantly salty bite.
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
Basil makes an unexpected addition to a quick, easy side of snap peas and mushrooms. The sweet, crunchy peas take on a hint of smoky char from the wok, while the mushrooms counterbalance them with their savory flavor and tender texture. Finish with a simple sauce of fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice, add a handful of chopped basil, and you're good to go.
🫛 6. Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read First Blood - Angela Marsons 11/08/25

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
Making an authentic-tasting phat ka-phrao relies on the unique flavor of holy basil, which can be difficult to come by in the States. A more accessible and equally delicious alternative is phat bai horapha: beef stir-fried with a powerful homemade chile paste (as with pesto, use a mortar and pestle for best results), with a handful of sweet basil thrown in at the end. Browning the meat in batches allows you to get a good sear, without worrying about steaming or overcooking it.
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
Some of the best ways to enjoy fresh basil are also the simplest, and this Neapolitan-style pizza falls squarely into that category. The split cherry tomatoes topping the pie intensify in flavor and sweetness during their brief stay in a hot oven, while the basil singes from the high heat. Because there are so few ingredients at work here, try to get the best possible, including high-quality fresh mozzarella and canned San Marzano tomatoes to form the base layer on the crust.
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).

Fresh Basil Mousse
It should come as no surprise that basil is a natural flavor for a dairy-forward dessert—we know it pairs beautifully with mozzarella, so why not sweet cream? What's a little more surprising is how well white chocolate works to complement the herbal flavor of basil, while also adding richness and body to this light and creamy mousse. Served in individual glasses, either alone or with a topping of seasonal fresh fruit, it makes a stunning dessert for company.
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

El Derby Ahumado
Traditionally served on Derby Day, but refreshing all summer long, juleps deserve a spot in your cocktail repertoire. We'll never refuse a classic julep of mint and bourbon, but there's no reason not to experiment. Here, we swap out mint for basil (a close relative) and sweet bourbon for smoky mezcal; muddled cucumber and jalapeño add extra cooling, vegetal, and spicy flavors.
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) Emma - Lady Midnight - Cassandra Clare 29/08/25

[Tari]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Read: 10/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
Claudia Picture a Perpetrator Patti Benning 8/1/25

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.
Claire Secrets Buried in the Backyard Reva Davenport 8/2/25

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.
MC Hayley The Mango Murders Lucy Burdette 8/13/25

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.
Pancakes Died 'em Cowboy Summer Prescott 8/9/25

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).
Claudia Resort to Murder Patti Benning 8/1/25

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.
Save the Date for Murder Vivian Keyes 8/8/25

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).
Tessa Secrets of the Forgotten Ward Lola Finch 8/1/25

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).
Round—a cupcake Kathleen Suzette 8/16/25

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).
Ice cream loc 2948 Picking Up the Pieces J.B. Abbott 8/12/25

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.
The Pink Getaway Car Scarlett Moss 8/8/25

[Emeli]

Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Progress: 0/10

🍅 1. Caprese Salad: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover):

🌽 2. Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad:

🍈 3. Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six-word title:

🧀 4. Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke, or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character:

🍄‍🟫 5. Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word stuffed can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation):

🫛 6. Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition:

🥘 7. Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item):

🍕 8. Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).

🍮 9. Fresh Basil Mousse: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

🌿 10. El Derby Ahumado: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year

[JoAnne]

Everyone is linked!

[Michele]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Read10/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
✅ 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
Writers & Lovers by Lily King Read 8/5/25 MC Casey

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
✅2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.
Ladder of Years by Anne Tyler Read 8/11/25 Delia eats a salad


Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
✅3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.
Wolf at the Table by Adam Rapp Read 8/6/25. MC is Myra Larkin

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
✅ 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.
The Light We Lost by Jill Santopolo Read 8/7/25 MC Lucy

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
✅ 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).
Nora, Nora by Anne Rivers Siddons
Read 8/10/25. MC Peyton

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
✅ 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.
Goodbye Mr. Chips by James Hilton
Read the 8/4/25 Quick and easy read


Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
✅7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).
Lost You by Haylen Beck
Read 8/14/25 MC Sean Kovak

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
✅ 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).
Owl Be Home for Christmas by Donna Andrews. Read 8/12/25. MC Meg Langslow

Fresh Basil Mousse
✅9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).
Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret by Judy Blume Read 8/12/25 MC Margaret

El Derby Ahumado
✅ 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.
Winterland by Rae Meadows
Read 8/2/25 MC-Anya

[JoAnne]

Welcome Michele!

[Barb]

BASIL RECIPES, 8/1 – 10/31
10/10 COMPLETE

1. CAPRESE SALAD
🍅 Read a book with a green cover (show cover)
Mrs. Quinn’s Rise to Fame, by Olivia Ford, finished 8/9/25 ★★★★


2. RAW CORN SALAD WITH SHISO AND BASIL
🌽 Read a book where the MC's first name begins with B (share name)
Bascot : The Alehouse Murders (Templar Knight #1), by Maureen Ash, finished 8/5/25 ★★★.5

3. FIG, MELON, AND SPANISH HAM SALAD WITH BASIL
🍈 Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F
Fidelma : Badger’s Moon (Sister Fidelma #13), by Peter Tremayne, finished 8/20/25 ★★★★

4. ZUCCHINI LATKES WITH PARMESAN, PINE NUTS, AND BASIL
🧀 Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z
Zoe : The French Bookshop Murder, by Greg Mosse, finished 8/8/25 ★★★

5. GRILLED CREMINI MUSHROOMS STUFFED WITH BASIL AND PARMESAN MAYO
🍄‍🟫 Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S (share name)
Sigrid : Baby Doll Games (Sigrid Harald #5), by Margaret Maron, finished 8/12/25 ★★★★

6. STIR-FRIED SNAP PEAS AND MUSHROOMS WITH FISH SAUCE AND BASIL
🫛 Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read
Murder at Kensington Gardens (Ginger Gold #6), by Lee Strauss, finished 8/16/25 ★★★★

7. THAI-STYLE BEEF WITH BASIL AND CHILIES
🥘 Read a book where the MC's first name begins with W (share name)
Walt : Any Other Name (Walt Longmire #10), by Craig Johnson, finished 8/6/25 ★★★★

8. PIZZA WITH CHERRY TOMATOES, GARLIC, BASIL, AND MOZZARELLA
🍕 Read a book with a round item on the cover (show cover)
The Berry Pickers, by Amanda Peters, finished 8/4/25 ★★★★


9. FRESH BASIL MOUSSE
🍮 Read a book where the MC's first name begins with M (share name)
Minnie : Book ’Em, Eddie (Bookmobile Cat #13), by Laurie Cass, finished 8/21/25 ★★★★

10. EL DERBY AHUMADO
🌿 Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E (share name)
Elizabeth : The Impossible Fortune (Thursday Murder Club #5), by Richard Osman, finished 8/15/25 ★★★★

[Vanessa]

I'm HUNGRY!

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Read: 0/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.

[JoAnne]

Welcome Barb and Vanessa!

[Ferenc]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Goal: 8/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
✔ 🍅 1. Read a book with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
Life Lessons From The Amazon - Pip Stewart - 08/23/25


✔ Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name).
The Lost Story - Meg Shaffer - 08/28/25 – Rafe Howell

✔ Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book with a six word title.
All the Colors of the Dark - Chris Whitaker - 08/17/25

✔ Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book with a Jewish or Italian character.
The Forbidden Daughter: The True Story of a Holocaust Survivor - Zipora Klein Jakob - 08/27/25 – Elida Friedman (Jewish)

✔ Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#).
Love Blooms - Jennifer Faye - 08/10/25 – “Inside he found a package of cheddar cheese crackers stuffed with peanut butter.” (p. 50)

✔ Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read.
The House of Unexpected Sisters - Alexander McCall Smith - 08/05/25 – Cozy Mystery

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

✔ Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name).
The Wedding People - Alison Espach - 08/22/25 – Phoebe Stone

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

✔ El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book published in May of any year.
Velvet Kiss Vol. 1 - Chihiro Harumi - 08/29/25 – Published May 7, 2010

[JoAnne]

Welcome Ferenc!

[Catsalive]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
10/10

Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book with a green cover
by Arthur W. Upfield 8/8 4★

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book with a spicy scene
Celebrity in Death by J.D. Robb 6/8 4★

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B - Maud
The Clock Strikes Twelve by Patricia Wentworth 2/8 4.5★

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B - Liz
The Lawson Sisters by Janet Gover 7/8 3.5★

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S - Millie
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden 3/8 2.5★

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read
Winds of Evil by Arthur W. Upfield 11/8 4★

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C - Tom
Taking Tom Murray Home by Tim Slee 10/8 3★

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M - Wes
Montana 1948 by Larry Watson 12/8 2.5★

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M - Mila
Where the Heart Is by Nicola Marsh 5/8 3.5★

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A - Evan
The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead, Wendy Mass 3/8 5★

[LaurLa]

Basil Recipes
August - October 2025

My Basil Recipes Challenge (msg 33)

Books Read ❱❱



Caprese Salad
🔺Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S ❱❱ mc Christy MacDonald
🔺A Taste of Sin

☑️Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🔺Read a book with a spicy scene
🔺Raced ❱❱ 08.20 ★★★

☑️Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🔺Read a book with a six word title
🔺How to End a Love Story ❱❱ 08.06 ★★★★

☑️Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🔺Read a book where a characters eats something flat like pancakes ❱❱ mc eats crepes
🔺Danger Close ❱❱ 08.10 ★★★

☑️Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🔺Read a book where the word STUFFED can be found in the text
🔺He stuffed some bills in Tom’s shirt pocket, [loc 138.9]
🔺The Mine ❱❱ 08.09 ★★★★

☑️Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🔺Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read ❱❱ 65 pp
🔺Yellowstone Vows ❱❱ 08.31 ★★★

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🔺Read a book where a character eats Thai food
🔺A Deal with the Devil

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🔺Read a book where someone eats pizza
🔺Shadowboxer

Fresh Basil Mousse
🔺Read a book where where someone has a dairy dessert
🔺State of Shock

☑️El Derby Ahumado
🔺Read a book published in May of any year ❱❱ published May 2013
🔺Frank's Independence Day ❱❱ 08.04 ★★★★

[JoAnne]

Welcome Catsalive and LaurLa!

[Connie N.]

In in!

Basil Recipes
Timeframe: 8/1/25 to 10/31/25
10/10

1. Caprese Salad - MC's first name begins with C or S - Rock Chick Reckoning by Kristen Ashley - 8/11/25 ♥♥♥♥♥

Stella

2. Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil - MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B - Rock Chick Regret by Kristen Ashley - 8/15/25 ♥♥♥♥♥

Sadie

3. Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil - MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B - Zack by Cheyenne McCray - 8/24/25 ♥♥♥

Skylar

4. Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil - MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B - Rock Chick Revenge by Kristen Ashley - 8/4/25 ♥♥♥♥♥

Luke

5. Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo - MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S - Devil in Spring by Lisa Kleypas - 8/22/25 ♥♥♥♥♥

Gabriel

6. Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil - Quick or easy read - A Palm for Mrs. Pollifax by Dorothy Gilman - 8/18/25 ♥♥♥♥

Entertaining story, less than 200 pages, amusing characters.

7. Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies - MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C - Shades of Gray by Maya Banks - 8/25/25 ♥♥♥♥

Cole

8. Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella - Someone eats pizza - Creation in Death by J.D. Robb - 8/17/25 ♥♥♥♥♥

Pg. 209 – “Listen up, people. I need your full attention. If you can’t eat pizza and think— - You got pizza? Was Jenkinson’s complain in her ear.”

9. Fresh Basil Mousse - MC's first name begins with F, B or M - One True Heart by Jodi Thomas - 8/23/25 ♥♥♥♥

Millanie

10. El Derby Ahumado - Published in May of any year - 22 Seconds by James Patterson - 8/20/25 ♥♥♥

Pub 5/2/22

******CHALLENGE COMPLETE 8/25/25*****

[Tammie]

Read: 10/10

Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S -
Clementine
The Seven Year Slip, Ashley Poston | 8/8

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B - Rachel
Off With The Old Love, Betty Neels | 8/1

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book with a six word title
The Difference Between Somebody and Someone, Aly Martinez | 8/8

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B - Lilah
The Big Chili, Julia Buckley | 8/4

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S - Cyn
A Whole New Light, Sandra Brown | 8/9

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B - Firdaus
Woman at Point Zero, Nawal El Saadawi | 8/5

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C - Sophie
The Awakened Heart, Betty Neels | 8/2

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where someone eats pizza
Fatal Identity, Marie Force | 8/14

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M - Bowen
The Difference Between Somehow and Someway, Aly Martinez | 8/18

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A - Aoyama
Audition: A Novel, Ryū Murakami | 8/7

[JoAnne]

Welcome Connie and Tammie!

[Angel **Book Junkie**]

Completed 08.07.2025
Basil Recipes: 10/10
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

🍅 1. Caprese Salad: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) Sookie Stackhouse | Dead to the World | Charlaine Harris | 08.03

🌽 2. Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B | Robyn | Wolf Signs | Vivian Arend | 08.02

🍈 3. Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B | Summer | Things I Wanted to Say, But Never Did | Monica Murphy | 08.07

🧀 4. Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name)| Paedyn | Powerless | Lauren Roberts | 08.01


🍄‍🟫 5. Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo: Read a book where where the word stuffed can be found in the text (share page/loc#) | "Rachel climbed onto her bed and stuffed a pillow behind her head." p. 19 | Shine | Jodi Picoult | 08.02

🫛 6. Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil: Read a book where that can be described as a quick or easy read | Shame on You | Tara Sivec | 08.02

🥘 7. Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C |Tiernan | Credence | Penelope Douglas | 08.05

🍕 8. Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella: Read a book where where someone eats pizza | Shawn | p. 11 | The Visitor | K.D. West | 08.03

🍮 9. Fresh Basil Mousse: Read a book with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover). | Ain't He Precious? | Juliette Poe | 08.06


🌿 10. El Derby Ahumado: Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) | Adena | Powerful | Lauren Roberts | 08.03

[Caraina]

FINISHED

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Completed: 10/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover). Carpe Corpus - Rachel Caine 8/1/25 (Claire)

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad. Incubus - Ann Arensberg 8/3/25 (Cora)

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title. Tricky Twenty-Two - Janet Evanovich 8/5/25 (Stephanie)

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character. The Ghost Writer - Philip Roth 8/6/25 (Nathan)

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation). Love in a Cold Climate - Nancy Mitford 8/3/25 (Polly)

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition. Myth Academy - A.K. Thorne 8/1/25 (Penelope)

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item). Finding Peace - Denise Grover Swank 8/7/25 (Stephanie)

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover). Finding Forever - Denise Grover Swank 8/7/25 (Max)

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover). The Orchard Keeper - Cormac McCarthy 8/6/25 (Marion)

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year. God Don't Like Ugly - Mary Monroe 8/4/25 (Annette)

[JoAnne]

WOOHOO Angel and Caraina!

[Catsalive]

Completed

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
10/10

Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book with a green cover
by Arthur W. Upfield 8/8 4★

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book with a spicy scene
Celebrity in Death by J.D. Robb 6/8 4★

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B - Maud
The Clock Strikes Twelve by Patricia Wentworth 2/8 4.5★

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B - Liz
The Lawson Sisters by Janet Gover 7/8 3.5★

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S - Millie
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden 3/8 2.5★

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read
Winds of Evil by Arthur W. Upfield 11/8 4★

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C - Tom
Taking Tom Murray Home by Tim Slee 10/8 3★

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M - Wes
Montana 1948 by Larry Watson 12/8 2.5★

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M - Mila
Where the Heart Is by Nicola Marsh 5/8 3.5★

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A - Evan
The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead, Wendy Mass 3/8 5★

[JoAnne]

WOOHOO Catsalive!

[Zenobia2016]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Read: 2/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name)
The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware 8/18/25 MC first name Hal (Harriet)

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name)
The Spook Who Sat by the Door by Sam Greenlee 8/13/25 MC: Dan Freeman

[JoAnne]

Welcome Zenobia!

[JoAnne]

FINISHED
Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1-13, 2025
Read: 10/10

The Recipes
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C AND where someone grows tomatoes.
Cora On Moonberry Lake Holly Varni 8/4/25

🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B.
Bix The Outsider Maisey Yates 8/6/25

🍈 3. Read a book set in summer.
Under the Stars: A Novel Beatriz Williams 8/3/25

🧀 4. Read a book where a character eats something flat like a pancake.
Someone to Tempt Michelle Major 8/5/25

🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the word STUFFED can be found in the text.
p 35 Wasted Love with You: Season 1 Whitney G. 8/2/25

🫛 6. Read a book that can be described as a quick or easy read.
He Falls First Jill Shalvis 8/10/25

🥘 7. Read a book where a character eats Thai food.
Someone to Have Michelle Major 8/7/25

🍕 8. Read a book with a round item on the cover.
Godwin's Grocery Anne-Marie Meyer 8/13/25

🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M.
Meg The Beach Shack Cindy Nichols 8/5/25

🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E.
Eve Dream Town Lee Goldberg 8/3/25

[Frankie]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

10/10 Completed. Finish

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
August Moon-Jess Lourey 8/11/25


Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name)
(Rebecca)
Shadow's Hoax-Mary Stone 8/12/25

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book set in summer
Last Summer at the Beach House: Feel Good Beachy Women's Fiction-Maggie Miller 8/06/25

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book with a Jewish or Italian character.
(MC is Italian)
One in a Million-Gina LaManna 8/13/25

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name)
(Samantha)
State of Retribution-Marie Force 8/02/25

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name)
(Franki)
Tuaca Tan: A Private Investigator Comedy Mystery-Traci Andrighetti 8/05/25

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name)
(Trace)
Chasing Shelter-Catherine Cowles 8/09/25

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name)
(Gage)
Somehow You Knew-Harlow James 8/07/25

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name)
(Beth)
Shadow Angel-D.K. Hood 8/09/25

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name)
(Declan)
Miami Ripper-Stacy M. Jones 8/14/25

[Michele]

COMPLETION POST
Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Read10/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
✅ 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
Writers & Lovers by Lily King Read 8/5/25 MC Casey

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
✅2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.
Ladder of Years by Anne Tyler Read 8/11/25 Delia eats a salad


Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
✅3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.
Wolf at the Table by Adam Rapp Read 8/6/25. MC is Myra Larkin

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
✅ 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.
The Light We Lost by Jill Santopolo Read 8/7/25 MC Lucy

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
✅ 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).
Nora, Nora by Anne Rivers Siddons
Read 8/10/25. MC Peyton

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
✅ 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.
Goodbye Mr. Chips by James Hilton
Read the 8/4/25 Quick and easy read


Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
✅7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).
Lost You by Haylen Beck
Read 8/14/25 MC Sean Kovak

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
✅ 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).
Owl Be Home for Christmas by Donna Andrews. Read 8/12/25. MC Meg Langslow

Fresh Basil Mousse
✅9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).
Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret by Judy Blume Read 8/12/25 MC Margaret

El Derby Ahumado
✅ 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.
Winterland by Rae Meadows
Read 8/2/25 MC-Anya

[JoAnne]

WOOHOO Frankie and Michele!

[Susan]

Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025

Progress: 9/10

The Recipes:
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
- 8/17/25

🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.
The Hunting Wives by May Cobb, MC is Sophie O'Neill - 8/15/25

🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title. - I Know This Much Is True 9/4/25

🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.
The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Kume, MC is Linus Baker - 8/8/25

🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).
Black Notice by Patricia Cornwell, STUFFED found on page 106, "...Ruffin STUFFED a towel in the back pocket..." - 8/2/25

🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.
The Maid's Secret by Nita Prose, MC is Molly - 8/19/25

🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky, MC is Charlie - 8/5/25

🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).
The Alice Network by Kate Quinn, One of the MC's is Charlie St. Clair - 8/21/25

🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).

🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.
Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry, MC is Alice Scott - 8/1/25

[Tari]

Finished
Basil Recipes
Duration: August 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Read: 10/10

The Recipes
Caprese Salad
🍅 1. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with C or S (share name) OR where someone grows tomatoes or buys some at a farmers' market OR with a red, white or green cover (show cover).
Claudia Picture a Perpetrator Patti Benning 8/1/25

Raw Corn Salad with Shiso and Basil
🌽 2. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with R, C, S or B (share name) OR with a spicy scene OR where someone eats a salad.
Claire Secrets Buried in the Backyard Reva Davenport 8/2/25

Fig, Melon, and Spanish Ham Salad with Basil
🍈 3. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, M, S, H, or B (share name) OR set in summer OR with a six word title.
MC Hayley The Mango Murders Lucy Burdette 8/13/25

Zucchini Latkes with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Basil
🧀 4. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with Z, L, P, N or B (share name) OR where a characters eats something flat like a pancake, latke or fritter OR with a Jewish or Italian character.
Pancakes Died 'em Cowboy Summer Prescott 8/9/25

Grilled Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Basil and Parmesan Mayo
🍄‍🟫 5. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with G, C, M, B, P or S (share name) OR where the word STUFFED can be found in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a character who has a "salty bite" (your interpretation).
Claudia Resort to Murder Patti Benning 8/1/25

Stir-Fried Snap Peas and Mushrooms with Fish Sauce and Basil
🫛 6. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with S, F, P, M, F or B (share name) OR that can be described as a quick or easy read OR where there is an unexpected addition.
Save the Date for Murder Vivian Keyes 8/8/25

Thai-Style Beef with Basil and Chilies
🥘 7. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with T, S, B, W, or C (share name) OR where a character eats Thai food OR where something is done in batches (share item).
Tessa Secrets of the Forgotten Ward Lola Finch 8/1/25

Pizza With Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, and Mozzarella
🍕 8. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with P, W, C, T, G, B or M (share name) OR where someone eats pizza OR with a round item on the cover (show cover).
Round—a cupcake Kathleen Suzette 8/16/25

Fresh Basil Mousse
🍮 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with F, B or M (share name) OR where someone has a dairy dessert OR with fresh fruit on the cover (show cover).
Ice cream loc 2948 Picking Up the Pieces J.B. Abbott 8/12/25

El Derby Ahumado
🌿 10. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with E, D or A (share name) OR where someone enjoys a cocktail OR published in May of any year.
The Pink Getaway Car Scarlett Moss 8/8/25

[JoAnne]

Welcome Susan!

WOOHOO Tari!