Chive Oil

This oil can be used as a sauce for basting grilled fish—it makes a nice crust—and as a sauce for serving.>/p>

Put the chives and olive oil in a blender and blend on high until the oil begins to warm, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour the oil through a very fine strainer set over a bowl and let it drip for at least 1 hour. Discard the contents of the strainer.

Make Ahead The Chive Oil can be refrigerated for up to I day. Bring to room temperature before serving. Serve With Grilled Halibut with Herb Salad and Chive Oil.