Bay leaf lemon oil
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lemon peel shavings or zest
1 bay leaf
6 whole black peppercorns
In a small heavy-based pot, pour in the olive oil. Slowly bring up the heat. Add the shavings or zest. Drop in the bay leaf and black peppercorns.
Gently simmer on a very low flame for 7 minutes.
Let cool thoroughly before storing in an air-tight jar.
Makes 1 cup
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