1/2 cup vinegar **
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme *
1 teaspoon fresh tarragon **
1 teaspoon fresh oregano *
8 leaves of fresh basil chopped
1 package sweet-n-low
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
4 green onions, including tops chopped
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Combine all ingredients except for the olive oil in a medium sized bowl. Whisk briefly to combine. Add the extra virgin olive oil and whisk until incorporated. This is an excellent dressing for pasta salads and also superior as a marinade for tomatoes and other fresh vegetables. The mild flavor of the fresh herbs enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients, without overpowering the more delicate components. Best made up fresh daily. The delicate oils of the herbs deteriorate when stored for any length of time.
NOTE:
Best when fresh herbs are used!!
Makes 1-1/4 cups.
* If dried thyme or oregano is used, use 1/2 teaspoon
** If fresh tarragon is not available, use tarragon vinegar