Sweet Basil Vinaigrette

By oakleyj

Ingredients

• 2 cups (about 1/4 pound) tightly packed fresh basil leaves, tightly packed
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 3/4 cup canola oil
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions
Combine vinegar, basil, garlic, mustard, sugar and honey in a food processor or blender. Puree mixture until smooth and bright green.
With motor running, slowly add the salad oil to form an emulsion*.
Add sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. If not serving immediately, store in an airtight jar or container in the refrigerator.

Instructions