> I've heard about putting peppers in oil will create botulism - and I > understand that, but even the rec.arts.food.preserving FAQ is vague on what > can be done to avoid this. I'd like to mix/store some herbs and other > foods with olive oil - does anyone know how commercial packers get away > with it? > > - -Mike Microbial inhibitors and/or acidifiers. I don't really find it necessary to put herbs and spices in oil beforehand. Do it right before you use it. For popcorn, I steep chipotles in peanut oil on low for an hour. Remove chiles and let it cool. Pop away. -- St. Kit