Port wine vinaigrette

3 1/2 cups

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupVegetable broth
¼cupCelery, diced
¼cupCarrots, diced
½cupOnion(s), diced
¼cupParsnips, diced
¾cupPort wine
4teaspoonsArrowroot or cornstarch
¾cupRed wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
¾cupWalnut oil
Salt and pepper

Directions

Combine first 5 ingredients in medium saucepan and simmer for 30 minutes. Pur‚e mixture and pour through a coffee filter or fine strainer. Discard solids.

Add port wine. combine 2 tbs broth mixture with arrowroot in a small bowl. Set aside.

Bring remaining broth to a boil. Remove from heat and whisk in arrowroot mixture. Bring to a boil again.

Remove from heat and stir in vinegar, Cool and whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Vegetarian Gourmet Spring 1995

Submitted By DIANE LAZARUS On 02-17-95