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Frozen basil cubes - Andrea Meyers
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How to Freeze Basil

Course Vegetable
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword basil, olive oil, summer
Cook Time 15 minutes
Freezer Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Author Andrea Meyers

Equipment

  • large bowl or bucket
  • colander
  • food processor, 7-cup model or larger
  • ice cube trays
  • large plastic freezer bags

Ingredients

  • basil leaves
  • extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Put basil leaves in a large bowl or bucket and cover with water. Allow to rest for about 15 minutes, then drain in the colander and rinse again.
  • Process in batches, about 3 packed cups of basil at a time. Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the basil while processing. If it seems dry, add 1 tablespoon.
  • Transfer processed basil to the ice cube trays, pressing the chopped leaves down. Freeze until solid, about 8 hours, then remove and put in the large plastic freezer bag. Will keep for up to 6 months.