I've tried drying it but don't care for the flavor. I freeze it - wash,, dry and put into plastic bags or containers. A hint about your pesto - freeze some in ice cube trays then pop into plastic bags or containers. Wonderful for tossing into spaghetti sauce or as a topping for fish or chicken, etc. Of course, you can always send some to me. No matter how much I grow, it's never enough!