Basil Oil

By Bryan Miller

Total Time
10 minutes, plus overnight steeping
Rating
4(7)
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Ingredients

  • 1bunch fresh basil
  • 1¼cups virgin olive oil
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Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)

400 calories; 45 grams fat; 6 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 33 grams monounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 0 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 1 milligram sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Bring a medium saucepan full of lightly salted water to a boil. Add basil. Blanch 20 to 30 seconds. Drain and squeeze dry.

  2. Step 2

    Put basil in a blender with ¼ cup olive oil. Blend. With motor on high, gradually add remaining cup olive oil. Blend until smooth. Pour mixture into a glass jar or bottle and leave to steep for one day. Store in refrigerator.

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