Marinated Roasted Red Peppers

Directions

1. 1
   Roast Place bell peppers directly over a gas flame and cook, turning with tongs, until charred all over.
2. 2
   Steam and peel Transfer to a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap.
3. 3
   Let stand until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes, then rub off skins with a paper towel.
4. 4
   (Do not run peppers under water, or you will wash away the flavor.)
5. 5
   Remove seeds and veins and discard.
6. 6
   Marinate Slice peppers into 1-inch-wide strips.
7. 7
   Transfer to a bowl and toss with oil, vinegar, and garlic.
8. 8
   Season with salt and pepper, and toss with basil.
9. 9
   Serve immediately, or refrigerate, covered, up to 3 days.
10. 10
    If refrigerating, bring to room temperature and wait until just before serving to add basil.