Italian Infused Oil Recipe

Name: Italian Infused Oil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20165 min
Total time: 20180 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Olive Oil; Lemon Peel; Garlic Cloves; Fresh Rosemary; Basil Sprig; Red Pepper Flakes

Elevate your cooking with this aromatic Italian Infused Olive Oil! A simple yet transformative recipe, this oil is perfect for drizzling over salads, pasta, or bread. The long, slow infusion process unlocks the full flavor potential of fresh herbs and garlic, creating a culinary masterpiece in just a few hours.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 20165 mins

Calories 1920.2 kcal

Protein 0g

Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Italian Infused Oil

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How to Make Italian Infused Oil

Clean and thoroughly dry all herbs and garlic cloves.
In a clean, dry jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine 2 cups extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, 1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves, 4 cloves garlic (smashed), 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes.
Seal the jar tightly and place it in a cool, dark place. Gently shake the jar once or twice a day.
Let the oil infuse for at least 20-24 hours, or up to 72 hours for a more intense flavor (This is the minimum, 20165 minutes represents a very long infusion time. Adjust to a reasonable time frame).
After the infusion time, strain the oil through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth lined funnel into a clean bottle.
Discard the herbs and garlic. Store the infused oil in a cool, dark place. It will keep for several weeks.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Italian Infused Olive Oil!