The Palm Restaurant Basic Vinaigrette Food

BASIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk the vinegar, mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl until combined. Slowly drizzle in the oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly, until the dressing is emulsified and smooth. (If you're using a vinegar high in acid, you might need to add a little more oil to taste.) Refrigerate any leftovers.

SIMPLE VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Set a medium bowl on a kitchen towel shaped like an "O" (this helps keep the bowl steady while whisking). Whisk together the vinegar, mustard, garlic, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper in the bowl. Slowly drizzle in the oil while whisking continuously until the mixture is combined and blended well. Use right away, or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days.

BASIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small glass bowl whisk together lemon juice, honey, and shallots.
• Still whisking, slowly add the oil in a thin stream.
• Whisk constantly until the dressing is emulsified and season with salt and pepper.

THE PALM RESTAURANT BLUE CHEESE DRESSING

Steps:

• Crumble the blue cheese into a bowl and, using a fork, whisk in the olive oil.
• Let stand for about 40 minutes.
• Whisk in the mayonnaise and vinegar. Whisk again just before serving.

MARTHA STEWART'S ADD-ON VINAIGRETTE DRESSING

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar.
• Slowly add olive oil, whisking until emulsified. Or shake the ingredients in a jar, or whirl them in a blender.
• Variations. For Garlic: Add 1 teaspoon minced garlic or 1/2 clove crushed. For Balsamic: Substitute balsamic vinegar for the wine vinegar. For Lemon Parmesan: Use fresh lemon juice instead of vinegar; add 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan. For Scallion: Add 3 chopped whole scallions (about 1/4 cup). For Herb: Add 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, such as thyme, parsley, or tarragon. For Blue Cheese: Add 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese, such as Roquefort.

THE PALM'S MONDAY NIGHT SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 250°F In a roasting pan, toss the peppers with the garlic and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper; then roast for about 2 hours, until completely tender. Remove from the oven, cover the pan tightly with foil, and let stand for 20 minutes. Peel the peppers (try to remove all the skin, but don't worry if a little remains). Cut into quarters lengthwise, and set aside. Discard the garlic.
• Wash and thoroughly dry the greens in a salad spinner or with clean kitchen towels (if they are wet, the dressing won't adhere).
• Chop the greens coarsely and toss in a large bowl with the radishes, tomatoes, salt, anchovies, and onion.
• Coarsely chop the roasted peppers and add them to the bowl, tossing gently.
• Add a generous amount of vinaigrette, and toss again until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
• Using a slotted spoon, transfer to chilled salad plates, spreading the salad fairly flat. Sprinkle with the blue cheese, if desired, and serve at once.

THE PALM RESTAURANT BASIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine the ingredients in a jar that will seal tightly and shake vigorously to emulsify.
• The dressing can be kept, refrigerated, for up to 10 days. Once it has been refrigerated, let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before shaking so the olive oil will flow. Always shake well again just before tossing with a salad.