Basil Vinaigrette W Oregano Tarragon Variations Food

BASIL VINAIGRETTE (W/ OREGANO & TARRAGON VARIATIONS)

Steps:

• In a blender, combine the oil, vinegar, basil, mustard and garlic. Process for 1 minute. Store in a tightly covered glass jar in the refrigerator.
• VARIATIONS: Oregano Vinaigrette - Substitute 1-1/2 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano for the basil; Tarragon Vinaigrette - Substitute 3/4 to 1 teaspoon dried tarragon for the basil.

VINAIGRETTE FOR GREEN SALAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, garlic, vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. While whisking, slowly add the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
• Place the salad greens in a medium bowl and add enough dressing to moisten. Sprinkle with a little extra salt and pepper, if desired, and serve immediately.

BASIC VINAIGRETTE DRESSING WITH 8 VARIATIONS

Steps:

• Shake all ingredients for your chosen variation together in a tightly-lidded container OR whisk together in a small bowl.
• Let stand 10 minutes to rehydrate dried herbs and blend flavors.
• Shake again then dress salad as desired.
• Note -- I recommend the lemon dressing on spinach.
• Note -- I recommend the Bacon Dressing, Mustard Dressing, and Balsamic Vinaigrette on strong greens such as escarole, curly endive, and dandelion greens.
• Note -- The sweeter version of the mustard dressing is great for a vinegar coleslaw if you discover that you have accidentally gotten one of those occasional cabbages that are a touch on the bitter side.
• Note -- feel free to play with other seasonings, more complex blends, flavored oils, and flavored vinegars. Once you've learned the technique you can customize your salad dressing to suit just about any meal.