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Ingredients:
  • Grapeseed Oil / Avocado Oil / Coconut Oil / Almond Oil / Olive Oil
  • 2 pots to make a Double Boiler, 
  • A selection of fresh herbs from the garden,
  • A strainer and cloth (Muslin; Easy Wipes etc),
  • Glass bottle,

STEP 1: Double Boiler

  • Bring the water in the big pot to a boil,
  • Place the smaller pot inside the bigger pot with the handles resting on the side of the bigger pot, and the bottom touching the boiling water,

STEP 2: Herbs and Oil

  • Cut the herbs into small pieces (about ½ cm) and put in the small pot,
  • Add enough oil to cover all the herbs,
  • Let it simmer, with the lid on, for at least 1 hour or longer if possible. Don't allow the oil to boil

STEP 3: Straining the Oil

  • Pour the Oil through a strainer and cloth, squeezing as much oil out as possible,
  • Pour into a glass bottle.
 

Featured Herb

Three ways to use Lavender in cooking:

1. The flowers add a beautiful colour to salads and desserts,
2. Lavender can also be substituted for rosemary in many bread recipes,
3. Use the spikes or stems for making fruit or shrimp kebabs. Just place your favourite fruit on the stems and grill.

Lavender

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