Herb-Infused Olive Oil with Rosemary

Name: Herb-Infused Olive Oil with Rosemary
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs; 1 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves; 1/4 tsp sea salt

A fragrant, versatile oil made by steeping fresh rosemary in extra virgin olive oil, ideal for drizzling or cooking.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 5 minutes.

Serves 10.

Ingredients

4 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves
1/4 tsp sea salt

Instructions

Step 1: Trim 4 fresh rosemary sprigs, removing tough stems, and finely chop the leaves. Peel 2 garlic cloves and mince them finely.
Step 2: Place chopped rosemary, minced garlic, and 1/4 tsp sea salt in a small heatproof bowl.
Step 3: Heat 1 cup extra virgin olive oil in a small saucepan until it reaches 120°F (just warm to the touch), then pour it over the rosemary mixture.
Step 4: Let the oil steep at room temperature for 2 hours, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean glass bottle, discarding solids.