Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
12 ounces stemmed California strawberries 3/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 3/4 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil Granulated sugar, if needed Puree strawberries in blender or processor. Transfer to bowl. Add dried herbs, garlic, salt, pepper and pepper flakes; whisk thoroughly. Whisk in vinegar. While whisking, add oil in a slow, steady stream. Adjust seasoning with salt and/or pepper, and balance flavors with a small amount of sugar, if needed. M ~To get something you never had, you have to do something you never did. -Sugar -- Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit the group home page at: http://groups.google.com/group/RecipesAndMore
