The Sexy Forever Recipe Bible (50 page)

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 garlic clove, pressed

2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard

1 teaspoon dried dill weed

1 teaspoon dried thyme

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients except the olive oil. Add the oil in a slow stream, whisking constantly until the oil is emulsified. For a tangier dressing, add more vinegar.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 weeks.

MAKES ABOUT ¾

lemon tarragon vinaigrette

HEALTHY FATS
DETOX, LEVEL 1, LEVEL 2

½ cup tarragon vinegar

½ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

½ teaspoon grated lemon zest

1⁄3 cup extra virgin olive oil

¼ teaspoon sea salt

1⁄8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, herbs, lemon juice, zest, and salt and pepper. Add the olive oil in a slow stream, whisking constantly until the oil is emulsified. Adjust the seasonings.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 weeks.

MAKES 1 CUP

french dressing

HEALTHY FATS
DETOX, LEVEL 1, LEVEL 2

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 teaspoon dry mustard

2 tablespoons tarragon or white wine vinegar

½ cup extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon hot pepper oil

Place the salt, pepper, mustard, and vinegar in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until the oil is emulsified. Add the hot pepper oil while continuing to whisk. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 weeks.

MAKES ABOUT ½ CUP

blue cheese vinaigrette

HEALTHY FATS
DETOX, LEVEL 1, LEVEL 2