How to Make Infused Oils in a Crock-Pot

Oils infused with herbs can boost the flavor and health benefits of ordinary salads, marinades and sauces, or can serve as key components for creating natural cosmetics, including healing lotions, balms and soaps. Shelves lined with bottles of infused oils add a gourmet touch to the kitchen and are thoughtful gifts. You can create infused oils at home quickly and safely using dried herbs and a Crock-Pot.

Things You'll Need

• 2/3 ounce of dried herbs
• 2 ounces olive oil or vegetable oil
• Spoon
• Glass jar or bottle
• Sieve or piece of unbleached muslin

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Instructions

• 1

  Pour 2/3 ounce of the herb of your choice into the Crock-Pot, and add 2 ounces of high-quality vegetable or olive oil. Stir well.

• 2

  Dial the Crock-Pot to the lowest setting and let the oil and herb mixture simmer for two to three hours. Stir every 15 or 20 minutes.

• 3

  Allow the mixture to cool, and strain the oil through unbleached muslin or a sieve into a bowl. Transfer the infused oil into sanitized glass bottles or jars. Refrigerate immediately after each use and discard after four weeks.