Pureed Herb Oil

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh herb leaves, such as cilantro, basil, parsley or mint
• 1 cup light virgin olive oil
  

Instructions

1. Blanch herbs in boiling water.
2. Refresh under cold water. Pat dry.
3. Puree blanched herbs in a blender with oil until mixture is creamy.
4. Pour into a decorative airtight jar and shake well.
5. Refrigerate overnight.
6. Let mixture come to room temperature.
7. Pour through a strainer lined with five or six layers of damp cheesecloth; do not press down on solids.
8. Keep oil covered and refrigerated.