Basil-Mint Oil

• 1 cup packed fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon coarse salt (preferably sea salt)

1. Have ready a bowl of ice and cold water.
2. In a saucepan of boiling water blanch herbs 5 seconds and with a slotted spoon immediately transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
3. Drain herbs well and pat dry.
4. In a blender puree herbs with remaining ingredients until smooth.
5. Pour oil through a fine sieve into a bowl, pressing on solids, and discard solids.
6. Oil may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
7. Bring oil to room temperature before using.

mint, basil, extravirgin olive oil, sugar, coarse salt

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/basil-mint-oil-15125 (may not work)