Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Balsamic vinegar is known for it’s rich and velvety black color. Having it’s origin in Italy, you will have to go the the hills of Modena Hills for the absolute best. Normally this lovely condiment is processed with cooked grapes, reduced, and aged for at least 3 – 12 years. This sweet vinegar provides many health benefits. It’s high in antioxidants, helps to fight infections while strengthening the immune system, reduction in heart attack risks, great pain reliever for those suffering from headaches or migraines, improves bone health, it maintains healthy digestion, also weight loss and diabetes control. Yes quite powerful.
So, being so tasty and full of health benefits, why not add this amazing vinegar to elevate your favorite dishes and salads? So good and good for you!
YIELDS: about 1 cup
INGREDIENTS:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp brown sugar, light
1 tbsp garlic, fresh
sea salt, dash
black pepper, dash
3/4 cup olive oil
INSTRUCTIONS:
Either in a blender or food processor, puree the vinegar, sugar, garlic, sea salt and black pepper. Mix well. Then slowly add in the olive oil while mixing until combined well.
You may serve immediately, or place in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will last for up to a week or so. Just shake before using.