Basil Salt

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Wash the basil leaves and dry them thoroughly using a salad spinner and paper towels.
  2. 2Combine 2 cups of basil and 1 cup of salt in a food processor.
  3. 3Blend the basil and salt until well combined and finely chopped.
  4. 4Scrape down the sides of the food processor to ensure everything is incorporated.
  5. 5Spread the basil and salt mixture thinly and evenly on a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
  6. 6Bake in the oven at 250 degrees Fahrenheit for approximately 30 minutes until dried.
  7. 7Once cooled, break up the dried basil salt into smaller pieces.
  8. 8Return the broken pieces to the food processor and blend again until it reaches a fine, powdery consistency.
  9. 9Transfer the basil salt to an airtight container for storage.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basil
  • 1 cup sea salt

Equipment

food processorsalad spinnerpaper towelsparchment paperbaking sheetairtight container