Basil Oil

​INGREDIENTS
1 ½ cups (packed) fresh basil leaves
¾ cup olive oil
 
DIRECTIONS

1. Blanch basil in medium saucepan of boiling water 10 seconds. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Pat basil dry with paper towels removing as much liquid as possible.
2. Transfer to blender. Add oil and puree until smooth. Drain oil through several cheese cloth or coffee filter to remove the solids. This process can take up to 30 minutes if you use a coffee filter and allow it to slowing drip. 
3. Transfer to a small bowl and cover let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before using.