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Flavored oils are a great way to add extra punch to all sorts of dishes, but store-bought bottles tend to be pretty pricey and, when bought for specific recipes, can often end up gathering dust.Solution time: You can make them easily at home. This chive oil, for instance, involves just a few simple steps. Blanch fresh chives, blend them with oil, strain through a sieve, and boom: you&#39;ve got a pretty green garnish for drizzling atop all sorts of food. Try it on our <a href="https://www.chefsteps.com/activities/chilled-pea-soup">Chilled Pea</a> or <a href="https://www.chefsteps.com/activities/microwaved-tomato-soup">Tomato Soup</a>, then store it in the fridge for the next time you&#39;re making puréed potatoes or grilled salmon. We&#39;re confident you&#39;ll put that extra grocery money to good use.