Instructions: Rinse the basil, shake off any excess water, and pat the basil dry. Bruise the basil lightly with a wooden spoon and pack it loosely into a 1-quart glass jar with a non-metallic lid. Add the oil and let the mixture stand, covered, in a cool dark place for 1 month. Strain the oil into a glass pitcher, pour it into glass jars, and seal the jars with their lids. The oil keeps in a cool dark place for about 6 months.

Makes about 4 cups.

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