Basil oil martha stewart living
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Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | large | Bunch basil leaves |
| ½ | cup | Light virgin olive oil |
Directions
1. Wash and dry basil leaves, and layer them in a flat dish. Cover with oil and place a layer of cheesecloth over dish. Leave covered dish in the sun for 6 hours.
2. Strain oil 3 times through a strainer lined with 5 or 6 layers of damp cheesecloth; do not press down on the solids. Funnel oil into a glass jar and refrigerate.
Since flavored oils will keep in the refrigerater for only two to three weeks, it is best to make small quantities, replenishing them as needed.