Roasted Garlic Dressing

Ingredients

  • 10-12 garlic cloves, unpeeled
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

In an unoiled small, heavy skillet, roast the unpeeled garlic cloves on medium heat, turning them occasionally. Cook the garlic for about 10 to 15 minutes, until it is soft and covered with dark spots. To test for doneness, press a garlic clove with a spoon. When you see small bubbles of juice bursting through the skin, remove the garlic from the skillet. When the cloves are cool enough to handle, peel the garlic.

In a blender or food processor, puree the garlic with the oil, vinegar, water, salt, pepper, and mustard until smooth. Covered and refrigerated, this dressing will keep for several weeks.

From Moosewood Restaurant Cooks at Home: Fast and Easy Recipes for Any Day.