Basil Oil
If you grow basil in your backyard or just have some extra on hand, try out this herb-infused oil! Its super easy to make and can go on so many things!
Equipment
- InstantPot Ace Nova Blender
- Stock Pot
- Colander
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 cups olive oil extra virgin
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add basil for 10 seconds.
- Drain and put basil into a bowl of ice water to blanch it. Drain basil and pat dry with paper towels
- Add basil to blender along with garlic, salt and 1/2 cup olive oil. Blend until smooth, wiping sides of blender with spatula.
- Slowly pour the rest of the olive oil in while blending at a low speed until fully combined.
- Pour into your favorite olive oil bottle and add it to some of your favorite dishes!
Notes
Note: Keep basil oil in a dark, cool cabinet or in the fridge for up to a week. After that, the oil will go rancid.