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Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

From The Balsamic Vinegar Cookbook by Meesha Halm (HarperCollins), for About.com

Balsamic vinegar is the base for this classic and flavorful oil and vinegar salad dressing. Forget about the store-bought version. You can whisk this together in a matter of minutes, and it is far better.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed through a press (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Preparation:

To make the vinaigrette, in a medium bowl whisk balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper until mixed. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until smooth.

Yield: about 1 cup

Recipe Source: The Balsamic Vinegar Cookbook by Meesha Halm (HarperCollins)
Reprinted with permission.

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