Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 T. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/8 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (or 1/8 tsp. ground cayenne)
  • 1/4 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
  • Dash salt
  • 1/8 tsp. coarse black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Mince garlic into a small bowl. Measure out all other ingredients into the bowl. Stir ingredients well.

This is best made a day ahead, but that is not absolutely necessary. Don’t be alarmed that your spices and garlic will turn dark overnight.

Balsamic vinegar stains foods that way. I transfer any leftover to an old bottle and just store in at room temperature in my pantry.