Basil Oil

• Servings: Makes about 1 1/2 cups.

From Todd English's Rustic Pizza (Castle Point Books, © 2017) by Todd English and Heather Rodino).  Published with permission.

This basil-infused oil comes together in just a few minutes. Use it as a finishing oil, or add a tablespoon or two to one of the tomato sauces for instant fresh basil flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 small clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a food processor, pulse together the garlic and basil until the ingredients are chopped.
2. Add the oil, salt, and pepper and process until the mixture is smooth.