Plantain First Aid Oil

Nature's bandage in a bottle. Plantain Plantago major is a common 'weed' with remarkable healing properties for bug bites, stings, splinters, and minor wounds.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 0 min · 8 servings · Easy

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh plantain leaves (the herb, not the banana)
• 2 cups Dos Aguilas Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Clean glass jar with tight-fitting lid
• Cheesecloth for straining
• Dark glass bottle for storage

Instructions

1. Harvest plantain leaves from an area free of pesticides
2. Wash leaves thoroughly and pat completely dry
3. Let leaves wilt for several hours to reduce moisture content
4. Coarsely chop leaves and place in a clean glass jar
5. Cover completely with olive oil
6. Seal and place in a sunny window
7. Infuse for 4-6 weeks, shaking regularly
8. For faster method: Use a slow cooker on warm setting for 8-12 hours
9. Strain through cheesecloth, pressing to extract all oil
10. Transfer to a dark glass bottle
11. Label and store in a cool, dark place
12. Use within 1 year
13. Apply directly to bug bites, stings, splinters, or minor cuts

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