Thick and Rich Dried Tomato Vinaigrette

Serving Size  : 8     
Categories    : Condiments                      

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  3        tablespoons  oven-dried tomato -- broken into small pieces
  2        tablespoons  capers
  3        tablespoons  roughly chopped green onion
     1/4           cup  balsamic vinegar
  1         tablespoon  Dijon mustard
  1         tablespoon  grated fresh Parmesan cheese
     1/2      teaspoon  oven-dried basil
     1/4      teaspoon  oven-dried rosemary
                        Salt and freshly cracked black pepper 
                        -- to taste
  1           teaspoon  sugar
     1/2           cup  olive oil

Finely chop tomato, capers and onion in blender or food processor.
 Add vinegar, mustard, cheese,
 basil, rosemary, salt and pepper, and sugar. Process for 15 seconds.
 While machine is running, 
add olive oil in a slow, steady stream. Process until well blended 
and emulsified. Serve immediately or chill.

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Tomatoes (Plum, Roma)
Preparation: Halve, remove seeds. Place tomatoes skin side up on rack.
 Prick skins.
Approximate Drying Time at 140ºF: 12-18 hrs.
Test for Doneness: Tough to crisp.

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Basil
Preparation: Cut leaves 3-4" from top of plant just as buds appear. 
Rinse leaves in cold water.
Approximate Drying time at 140ºF: 1-3 hrs.
Test for Doneness: Brittle and crumbly.

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Rosemary
Preparation: Rinse in cold water.
Approximate Drying Time at 140ºF: 1-3 hrs.
Test for Doneness: Brittle and crumbly.

Cuisine:
  "Italian"
Source:
  "Jenn Air"
S(Internet address):
  http://www.jennair.com/
Yield:
  "1 cup"

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Per serving: 131 Calories (kcal); 14g Total Fat; (92% calories from fat);
 1g Protein; 2g Carbohydrate; trace Cholesterol; 82mg Sodium
Food Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit;
 2 1/2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates

Serving Ideas : This dressing is best on distinctive, full-flavor 
greens and lettuces such as mesclun, endive, arugula and radicchio.

NOTES : Need a bold new taste to perk up a staid salad? Bursting 
with the flavor of dried tomato, basil and rosemary, this full-flavored 
vinaigrette brings life to any salad. Whether you grow them in your own 
garden or buy them at the local farmer's market, the delectable taste of 
vine-ripened tomatoes can now be enjoyed past their short peak season.