Basil Garlic Vinegar

1/2 cup coarse chopped fresh basil leaves
2 cloves peeled split garlic
distilled white vinegar

Place basil and garlic in a sterilized pint jar. Heat Heinz Wine or Distilled White Vinegar to just below the boiling point.

Fill jar with vinegar and cap tightly. Allow to stand 3 to 4 weeks.

Strain vinegar, discarding basil and garlic.

Pour vinegar into a clean, sterilized jar, adding fresh basil for garnish, if desired. Seal tightly.

Use in dressings, for rice, pasta, antipasto salads or in flavored mayonnaise.