Ingredients

  • 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped shallot
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.

Cooks' notes:
Use dressing on mixed greens or sliced tomatoes or for chicken salad.
Dressing keeps, covered and chilled, 1 day.

Makes about 1/2 cup.

Gourmet
September 2002

The Last Touch





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Submitted 6/13/05.
Source: Gourmet
Submitted By: Meryl
starmer@prodigy.net
CREAMY BASIL DRESSING