5 Minute Garlic Basil Sauce
on Aug 22, 2022, Updated Nov 18, 2022
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If you don’t know what to do with the abundance of basil you have in the garden, I have the perfect recipe for you. This garlic basil oil is so easy to make and can be frozen for up to three months. It takes 2 minutes to make and it’s the perfect solution to using up any basil you have on hand. This basil 5 minute garlic basil sauce can be used to dip crusty bread with, on pasta, salads, drizzled over soups for flavour, on pizza, sandwiches, brushed on grilled chicken, grilled veggies, shrimp, steak, Bruschetta and so much more. Let me know if you make it in the comments.
5 Minute Garlic Basil Sauce
Ingredients
- 5 cups of basil leaves
- 4 peeled garlic cloves
- 1 cup of olive oil, any oil works
- pinch of salt, to taste
Instructions
- Add the basil leaves, garlic, oil, and salt to a blender or food processor and blend.
- You can adjust the oil and garlic accordingly to your desired consistency.
- Store in the fridge for up to 7 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Enjoy
I love using excess basil for this! I freeze a little in quart sized freezer bags laid on their side so I can easily break off whatever amount I need. Love this added to soups!
Such a great hack!