Sensational Simple Salad Dressings

It's brain dead simple to make sensational salad dressings that are cheaper and tastier than store bought dressings. Here is the recipe:

BASE VINAIGRETTE DRESSING

2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar

2 round teaspoons Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon each of salt & pepper

6 Tablespoons of canola or olive oil

Whisk the vinegar and mustard together until well blended and creamy. Add the salt and pepper. Add half the oil, whisking briskly until well-blended. Add the remaining oil and continue to whisk until the dressing is thick.

Variations.....

ROQUEFORT DRESSING

After mixing in the oil, add 1/2 cup crumbled Roquefort cheese. This is best done in a food processor or blender for a smooth dressing.

CREAMY ONION DRESSING  

Make the basic dressing, and add 2 tablespoons of chopped onions and 1 tablespoon of cream. Mix.

MIXED HERB DRESSING 

Add  1/4 cup of chopped mixed herbs such as parsley, basil, tarragon or chives to the basic dressing.