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Basil Oil

Basil Oil Ingredients: spices, basil, dried oil, olive, salad or cooking Directions: In a large saucepan of simmering water, blanch the basil leaves for 2 minutes, then drain and squeeze out as much water as possible....

Basil Oil

Ingredients:
spices, basil, dried
oil, olive, salad or cooking

Directions:
In a large saucepan of simmering water, blanch the basil leaves for 2 minutes, then drain and squeeze out as much water as possible.
In a blender, combine the basil with 1/2 cup of the olive oil and blend for 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as necessary, until very smooth.
Add the remaining oil, blend just to mix and pour into a large jar.
Cover tightly and let sit overnight in the refrigerator.
Strain the oil through a double-thickness of slightly dampened cheesecloth into a clean glass jar.
Cover tightly and use as directed in th recipe or refrigerate for up to 2 days.