HONEY-CHARDONNAY DRESSING

Home Cook Version – Makes About 1½ Cups

Ingredients

• •¼ cup (60 ml) Chardonnay (preferably unoaked)
• •2 tbsp (30 ml) white wine vinegar
• •1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard
• •2 tbsp (30 ml) honey
• •1 small shallot (about 20 g), finely minced
• •¾ cup (180 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
• •Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method

1. 1.
   Combine base ingredients.
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the Chardonnay, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced shallot until smooth and emulsified.
2. 2.
   Emulsify with oil.
   While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the olive oil in a thin, steady stream until the dressing is thick and creamy.
3. 3.
   Season.
   Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. The dressing should be bright, slightly sweet, and balanced with acidity.
4. 4.
   Store.
   Transfer to a jar or airtight container. Refrigerate up to 1 week. Shake well before using.