In a high-powered blender, combine the basil, salt and oil. Blend on high speed for about 1 minute, wait 10 minutes, then blend on high speed a second time for about 1 minute.

Line a strainer with a layer of paper towels or a couple of layers of cheesecloth and place the strainer over a bowl. Pour the blended oil into the strainer and allow the oil to strain for a good ½ hour.

Pour the oil from the bowl into a jar. Taste and add salt if needed. Makes ¾ cup.

Use basil oil on sliced fresh tomatoes and salads, drizzle it over chicken, fish or vegetables or use it as a dipping sauce for sourdough bread.