Herb Oil

Name: Herb Oil
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 490 min
Ingredients: 1/2 bunch parsley; 1/2 cup packed fresh basil; 1/2 bunch fresh thyme; 1/2 cup packed fresh oregano; 1/2 orange, zested; 1 whole dried arbol chile; 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 2 cups canola oil; 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil

ACTIVE TIME: 10

TOTAL TIME: 8 10

Yield: 2 cups

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1/2 bunch parsley
1/2 cup packed fresh basil
1/2 bunch fresh thyme
1/2 cup packed fresh oregano
1/2 orange, zested
1 whole dried arbol chile
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
2 cups canola oil
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Specialized Hardware

1-quart mason jar

Candy/fry thermometer

Cheesecloth

ACTIVE TIME: 10

TOTAL TIME: 8 10

Yield: 2 cups

Procedure

In a 1-quart mason jar, place all of the herbs, zest, chile, and peppercorns. Pour both oils into a saucepan and heat to 200ºF. Pour the hot oils into the jar and cover with a kitchen towel. Let stand overnight.
Place cheesecloth over the top of the jar and replace the outer rim of the lid. Invert and strain oil into desired container.