Blue Cheese Vinaigrette

By LaLaCooks

Ingredients

• 7 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (about 2 1/2 ounces)
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

Details

Servings 1
Adapted from epicurious.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preparation

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy small skillet over medium heat. Add 2 teaspoons minced garlic and sauté until golden, about 1 minute. Transfer garlic mixture to blender. Add blue cheese, white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon water, sugar, hot pepper sauce, salt, pepper and remaining 6 tablespoons olive oil; blend well. Transfer vinaigrette to bowl. Mix in chopped basil. (Vinaigrette can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

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