Name: Creamy Dijon Vinaigrette
Yield: Makes 3/4 cup
Ingredients: 1/4 cup good-quality red or white wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 garlic clove; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Freshly ground black pepper

A jug of Dijon vinaigrette salad dressing.

Photo by Zach DeSart

Coby Ming, Harvest, Louisville, KY: "When I make vinaigrette, I always reach for Dijon. It's got the perfect balance of zip and bite and helps emulsify the dressing.

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