Herbes de Provence Vinegar

Ingredients

• 2  basil sprigs 
• 0.3 cup basil leaves crushed
• 1  bay leaf 
• 2  bay leaves 
• 2 teaspoons peppercorns black crushed
• 0.3 teaspoon fennel seeds 
• 2  oregano sprigs 
• 0.3 cup oregano leaves crushed
• 2  rosemary sprigs 
• 0.3 cup rosemary leaves/needles crushed
• 0.3 cup thyme leaves crushed
• 2  thyme sprigs 
• 1 cup citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

• bowl
• sieve
• cheesecloth

Directions

1. Combine first 8 ingredients in a widemouthed jar; cover and let stand 2 weeks in a cool, dark place, gently shaking jar occasionally.
2. Strain the vinegar mixture through a cheesecloth-lined sieve into a glass measure or medium bowl, and discard solids.
3. Pour into a decorative bottle, and add basil sprigs and remaining ingredients. Seal the bottle with a cork or other airtight lid, and store in a cool, dark place.