Thursday, November 17, 2011

Basil Forever



I know all of us that live in cold climates have all gone to the grocery store sometime during the winter and wished they had fresh Basil to cook with...at least I know I have more times than I can count. I found a good solution to get me through at least the first couple of months. Basil infused Olive oil...Hello!

I start with a big bunch of basil, washed & patted dry. I then julienne the basil & place it about half way up in a large glass jar. Then I fill it up about 3/4 full, and then add the remaining chopped basil, then fill the jar the rest of the way. Shake it up.....close it tightly, store in the fridge till your ready to use it & your good to GO!!




Olive oil is a natural suspension, which allows the basil to stay fresh and not to spoil. As the basil infuses into the olive oil, the olive oil will naturally take on a greener hue, and become cloudy because because its being stored at a lower temperature. When your ready to use it, just scoop out what you need and use as your normally would. As the oil reaches room or a higher temperature, it regains its clarity. ENJOY!


9 comments:

  1. This is a great idea!!! Basil is so expensive!!!

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  2. I love this idea. I have a basil plant and it usually begins to hibernate right about now. I'm going to have to try this!

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  3. That's a great idea. Here in GA it's just getting cool enough that my basil should be kicking the bucket any day now. What a great way to salvage it and put it to good use!

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  4. Great idea! I always try to grow my herbs through the winter, but I wasnt blessed with the green thumb necessary to keep anything alive!

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  5. Wonderful redesign. Looks really good. Also loving this recipe. Nothing beats infused oils. Looks tasty and love the jars.

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  6. Done and done. I was just looking at my wilting basil plant that has been inside for the last month. I needed something to do and this is genius.

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  7. Emily-glad you can use the idea!

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