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Re: Anybody have a really good balsamic vinaigrette recipe?

Why make it when Trader Joes is the best for under$4.00.
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Re: Anybody have a really good balsamic vinaigrette recipe?

A quality balsamic makes all of the difference.I have bought many but for price and taste I prefer Costco Kirkland brand.
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Re: Anybody have a really good balsamic vinaigrette recipe?

I eyeball the balsamic vinegar and EVOO. Probably one part vinegar to 3 parts EVOO. I put it at the bottom of the salad bowl and hour or so before putting the greens in. I add a clove of fresh garlic, a pinch of sugar to but down on the acidity and a sprinkle of Italian Seasoning from the jar.

I've been making it this way for years because it's the way my mom made it.

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Re: Anybody have a really good balsamic vinaigrette recipe?

Randy’s Vinaigrette Dressing

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

½ cup canola, corn oil, or safflower oil

4 Tbs vinegar (dark balsamic, light balsamic, red wine, tarragon, etc.)

1 tsp table salt

¼ tsp finely ground pepper

½ tsp dry mustard

2 cloves garlic, chopped small

Combine in a container from which the dressing can be easily poured, then shake vigorously. Make one day ahead of intended initial use so flavors can develop.

*I usually double this recipe. It’s been a staple in my frig since passed along to me by a dear friend in the late 70s.

*When I discovered light balsamic vinegar, it was necessary to go to lighter oil, so brought safflower into the mix.

*Initially intended use was with red wine vinegar. However, with a change to safflower oil for light balsamic or retention of canola for dark balsamic, this is a wonderful and simple recipe for many vinegars any way you look at it.

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Re: Anybody have a really good balsamic vinaigrette recipe?

Trader Joe's

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Re: Anybody have a really good balsamic vinaigrette recipe?

All sound yummy. Do you refrigerate when done or can you leave out room temperature Tia Shopping girl59
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Re: Anybody have a really good balsamic vinaigrette recipe?

I just add mine right into the bottom of the bowl when I make mine so, I don't have extra on hand. However, as long as it's cool in the house, I'd leave it on the counter for a day or two. You could also refrigerate it and then take it out an hour or so before you use it. I do not like bottled oil/vinegar salad dressings so, don't take my word for it.