 This weekend is for relaxing, or trying to relax and welcome in the summer months. For us that means we are trying to round up one or two bbq's with friends as there is beer to be shared and basketball to be watched. A great salad is a win at any pot luck as it can be the balance to all the crunchy, salty, meaty things happening on a grill. Sometimes its fun to play with herbs and flavors to bring something a little special. This dressing does just that for us, it adds that extra something something. Its a twist on our usual lemon and olive oil classic with the addition of the tarragon and basil. Tarragon is a herb we are just beginning to explore as it has a powerful and specific flavor sort of like licorice, that can easily over shadow. However, in this dressing, that flavor it is nicely balanced with the Dijon mustard and basil and provides the salad, or any salad, with a floral and herbaceous note. The kids love it for dipping carrots, we always keep a little on the side for their "cruditès" and we liked it especially with a grilled chicken breast or two. Try it this weekend and let us know! Fresh Herb and Mustard Vinaigrette Makes about ¾ of a cup of dressing 2 cloves of garlic, peeled Zest and juice of 1 medium lemon 1 tablespoon of water ½ tsp. salt 1/3-cup fresh tarragon 1/3-cup fresh basil 2 tablespoons of Dijon Mustard 2/3 cup Olive Oil *Can sub in flat leaf parley for any of the herbs, or add to the mix Place all ingredients except the Olive oil into a blender. Pulse until garlic and herbs begin to break down and then stream in oil, blending dressing until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning. You may need a bit more oil, or salt. Serve with any salad, or as a dip for crudité. It holds up well to hearty lettuces like romaine and grilled vegetables or chicken.  *If you are looking for hostess gifts for the upcoming holidays, be sure to check out our greeting and note cards and our prints on our Etsy site! 
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7/15/2018 12:08:46 pm
I love bringing salad to a potluck! The first time I brought one was last year's get-together with my friends. I thought they would not give much attention to it but they loved it. That's the time I started bringing different kinds of salads in any potluck. I think they loved panzanella the most. It was indeed a crowd favorite. Anyway, I will try your recipe. It looks really delicious. Thank you so much for sharing it with us! 11/5/2024 02:51:09 am
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