BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

= Makes: 1 quart

= Serving size: 2 tablespoons

= Total servings: 32

= Active time: 10 minutes

= Total time: 10 minutes

You can’t get any simpler than this dressing. And it’s so good.

Ingredients

1 cup balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon salt

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

4 cloves garlic or shallots, peeled and finely chopped

3 cups extra-virgin olive oil, or a blend of olive and safflower oils

STEP 1: Combine the balsamic vinegar, salt, ground pepper, and garlic or shallots in a bowl.

STEP 2: Slowly add the oil, blending until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Stored in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator, this dressing will keep for one month.

VARIATION:

• Add ¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil or parsley.

GOES WELL WITH:

• Salads

• Carrot and celery sticks, or other crudités

• Chicken and fish as a marinade

Per serving: Calories 190, Calories from Fat 180, Total Fat 20g (31% DV), Saturated Fat 3g (15% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholesterol 0mg (0% DV), Sodium 220mg (9% DV), Carbohydrates 2g (1% DV), Dietary Fiber 0g (0% DV), Sugars 1g, Added Sugars: 0g, Protein 0g, Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 0%, Iron 2%.