Hot Potato And Broccoli Vinaigrette Food

BROCCOLINI AND BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil. Remove and discard the bottom third of the broccolini stems. If some stems are very thick, cut them in half lengthwise.
• Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper. When the water comes to a full boil, add the broccolini, return to a boil, and cook over high heat for 2 minutes, until the stalks are just tender. Drain well and place in a large bowl. Pour enough dressing over the broccolini to moisten and toss well. Splash with a generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice, sprinkle with salt, and serve warm or hot.

NEW POTATOES WITH DIJON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS:.
• With potato peeler, remove strip of peel from around center of each potato.
• In 2-quart casserole, combine potatoes and 2 tablespoons water; cover tightly.
• Microwave on high 8 to 10 minutes or until tender, stirring once 1/2 way through cooking.
• Drain well.
• DIJON VINAIGRETTE:.
• In a small bowl, combine all vinaigrette ingredients; blend well.
• Pour over potatoes; toss to coat.
• Let stand 10 to 15 minutes or until serving time.
• Just before serving, toss potatoes again.
• Serve warm or at room temperature, spooning vinaigrette over potatoes.
• CONVENTIONAL DIRECTIONS:.
• With potato peeler, remove strip of peel from around center of each potato.
• Place potatoes in medium saucepan; add enough water to cover.
• Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until tender.
• Drain well.
• Continue as directed above.

POTATO SALAD WITH LEMON-DILL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Peel potatoes and slice 1/4" thick. Cook just until fork tender; drain and transfer to a bowl.
• Add the celery and onion to the potatoes.
• Prepare the dressing: Combine remaining ingredients and stir well or shake in a small jar.
• Pour over the still-warm potatoes and stir gently to combine, making sure all potatoes are coated.
• If desired, add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.
• Serve warm or at room temperature.

HOT POTATO SALAD WITH SCALLION VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• For the vinaigrette:.
• In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup white-wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and a pinch of sugar.
• Slowly add 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, whisking until emulsified. Or shake the ingredients in a jar, or whirl them in a blender. Add scallions.
• For the salad:.
• Scrub 2 pounds boiling potatoes; slice 1/3 inch thick. Put in medium saucepan with salted water to cover by 2 to 3 inches. Boil until tender, 15 minutes. Drain.
• In large bowl, toss hot potatoes with one half recipe Scallion Vinaigrette and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.

HOT POTATO AND BROCCOLI VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Cook potatoes whole in their jackets until just tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, do not peel, cube; keep warm.
• Steam broccoli until just tender; cut into small pieces and keep warm.
• While vegetables are cooking combine remaining ingredients in small pot and bring just to boil; stir. Arrange vegetables in serving dish; pour on vinaigrette; stir gently and serve.