Blueberry-Herb Vinegar

• 1 bunch fresh basil
• 1 lb blueberries
• 4 cups white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
• fresh chive blossoms
• blueberries, for garnish

1. Strip the basil leaves from their stalks.
2. Tear the leaves into small pieces.
3. Put the blueberries and a little vinegar into a nonmetallic bowl.
4. Crush the berries with the back of a wooden spoon to release their juices.
5. Stir in the remaining vinegar, basil, and chopped chives.
6. Pour the mixture into a large sterilized jar.
7. Seal and shake well.
8. Keep in a cool dark place for 4 weeks before using to allow the flavor to develop.
9. Shake the jar from time to time.
10. Line a funnel with a double layer of fresh cheesecloth.
11. Strain the flavored vinegar into sterilized bottles (within 1/8-inch of the tops).
12. Add a fresh chive flower and a few blueberries to each bottle to give an attractive garnish.
13. Seal and label.
14. The vinegar is now ready to use.

fresh basil, blueberries, white wine vinegar, fresh chives, fresh chive blossoms, blueberries

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/blueberry-herb-vinegar-19659 (may not work)