[phatch]

I have a hunch you're already doing this, but in case you're not....

Stack up a few leaves in the one hand lined up at the base. Pinch through all of their stems at once.

Phil

 

[phatch]

Oh, I see. When I buy "fresh" basil at the store, it's just the individual leaves with their stem, not a stalk of still-attached basil. Yes, when you have the stalk, scissors are a good idea. The rosemary, thyme and oregan are still on the branch, but not the oregano or mint.

Different market regions do it differently....

Phil