Have you ever wanted to make your own salad dressing? Today, we're diving zest-first into the tantalizing world of homemade dressings with a zesty twist: Citrus Dijon Vinaigrette! 🍋🥗 If you're craving a burst of flavor to elevate your salads, marinades, or grilled veggies, you've landed in the right place. Join us as we unlock the secrets to crafting this tangy, aromatic elixir that harmoniously marries the bright notes of citrus with the robust kick of Dijon mustard. From its vibrant ingredients to its effortless preparation, we're about to embark on a flavor-packed adventure that will revolutionize your culinary repertoire. So, grab your aprons and let's whisk up some magic together!
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Citrus-Dijon Salad Dressing
Ingredients:
1/4 cup vinegar (can use your choice of apple cider, balsamic, white or
red wine vinegar, or a blend in equal desired amounts.)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, to taste
1 clove garlic, smashed or finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice *& it’s zest
1/4 cup olive oil (can use grape seed or avocado oil, as desired)
Sea Salt & Fresh Ground Pepper to taste
*Include the zest of the lemon to the dressing for added zing!
Preparation:
Combine the first 4 ingredients to a blender, food processor, small
bowl, or mason jar w/ snug lid and blend/shake well. Add desired oil
in steady stream while blending, shaking, whisking, or processing until
emulsified. Add increments of desired salt & pepper to the dressing
and taste with a piece of lettuce. Adjust seasonings to taste and enjoy!
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A California native, Anne Apra comes from a long line of restaurateurs, caterers and great cooks starting with her grandfather, Nonno, a festive cook in the Italian army. It is from these roots and the philosophy of “feed an army” that she began her culinary journey spanning the past 20+ years in the food service industry including special event & wedding planning, too.
As the inspiration and shining “Star” of “Catering Tips 101”, Anne not only specializes in high-end, personalized culinary services but also she has created and hosted several food series to include “How to Create an Italian Feast” and “SoCal Cuisine”. Currently, Anne can be seen in her latest starring role as the culinary instructor for EngAge: The Art of Active Aging where she teaches seniors in the art of fun & healthy meals.
Anne‘s true passion is the art of refined catering. By providing white-glove attention to her clients and maintaining long-term relationships, Anne creates intimate, individualized events, customized in style and food faire. Anne loves the challenge of finding those special touches that makes each event soar!
From Large Events to Intimate Dinners in Your Home, We Make it Easy & Delicious! For More Info, Quotes, Planning & general inquiries contact Anne directly at info@anneapraevents.com.
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30 сен 2024
