Lemon Balm Infused Oil Recipe
Make your Lemon Balm Oil using fresh lemon balm leaves, high-quality olive oil, and optional herbs and essential oils. This recipe is simple and easy to do, and it is a great way to harness the power of lemon balm for spells, rituals, and natural remedies.
Servings 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh Lemon Balm Leaves
- 1 cup Cold-Pressed Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Dried Lavender Flowers (optional)
- 1 tbsp Dried Rose Petals (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by washing and drying the lemon balm leaves. Use a sharp knife or scissors to cut the leaves into small pieces, and set them aside.
- In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over low heat until it is warm but not hot.
- Add the lemon balm leaves to the saucepan, and stir to coat them with the oil.
- If you are using the lavender flowers or rose petals, add them to the saucepan and stir to combine.
- Allow the oil to infuse for 30 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- When the lemon balm oil is ready, strain the herbs from the oil using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth.
- Pour the lemon balm oil into a clean, dry jar or bottle, and cap it tightly.
- Store the lemon balm oil in a cool, dark place, and use it as needed in spells, rituals, or herbal remedies.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of ingredients as needed, depending on the size of your saucepan and the strength of the oil you prefer. You can also add other herbs or essential oils to the recipe, depending on your preferences and the properties that you desire. For example, you can add rosemary, thyme, or peppermint for extra flavor and aroma or lavender or chamomile for additional calming and soothing effects.
