Slow Cooker Rosemary Or Basil Infused Oil Recipes

SLOW COOKER ROSEMARY OR BASIL INFUSED OIL

Steps:

• Place the oil and the rosemary (or basil) in the insert of the slow cooker.
• Cook on high, uncovered, for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, then turn the cooker off.
• Allow the oil to cool for about 20 minutes, and then pour it through a sieve lined with a clean paper towel or paper coffee filter into a metal bowl.
• When the oil is completely cool, transfer it to a clean glass jar, cover and refrigerate for up to 1 month; after that the flavor may fade.
• The oil may cloud under refrigeration, but it will become clear again at room temperature.

ROSEMARY GARLIC INFUSED OLIVE OIL

Steps:

• Place garlic and dried rosemary sprigs in a glass container with a spout. Pour in olive oil using a funnel. Seal bottle and shake to combine. Refrigerate until flavors infuse, at least 1 week.

ITALIAN INFUSED OIL

Steps:

• Place herbs and spices in the bottle.
• Add warm oil.
• Cover and let stand for 2 weeks.
• Taste the oil. If the flavor isn't strong enough, add more flavorings. You may leave the herbs in the oil or strain them out. Once the oil is infused, keep it in the refrigerator. It may get cloudy from the cold, but should clear up when it reaches room temperature. The oil should last, refrigerated, for up to 1 month.
• Optionally if you are in a hurry to make this herb you may use a crockpot. Put all ingredients in crock and cook on high for 1 1/2 hours. Cool and bottle.

POPCORN WITH ROSEMARY INFUSED OIL

Steps:

• Stir in popcorn kernels and 1/2 cup of the oil in a heavy large pot; cover and cook over medium heat until kernels have poped, shaking the pot halfway through cooking, about 3 minutes.
• Immediately transfer the popcorn to a large serving bowl; toss the popcorn with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
• sprinkle with salt, to taste, and serve.
• Rosemary Infused Oil:Combine the oil with rosemary in a heavy small saucepan; cook over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes.
• Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature; transfer the sprigs to a 4-ounce bottle or crute; add oil and seal with lid; refrigerate for up to 1 month.