classic blue cheese vinaigrette

Name: Classic Blue Cheese Vinaigrette
Prep time: 20 min
Ingredients: 8 tablespoon(s) olive oil, extra virgin; 2 1/2 teaspoon(s) black pepper, freshly ground; 1/4 cup(s) shallots, finely minced; 2 tablespoon(s) baby chives, finely minced; 5 tablespoon(s) champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar; 8 ounce(s) blue cheese, crumbled [i prefer maytag blue cheese, it's beautifully mild]; - kosher salt, to taste

(1 RATING)

65 Pinches 1 Photo

TROY RAY

New York City, NY

Updated on Dec 7, 2012

A lovely change from the creamy version, a bit more grown-up, too!

Rate

prep time 20 Min

cook time

method ---

yield Makes About 3/4 Cup

Ingredients

8 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
2 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
1/4 cup shallots, finely minced
2 tablespoons baby chives, finely minced
5 tablespoons champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
8 ounces blue cheese, crumbled [i prefer maytag blue cheese, it's beautifully mild]
- kosher salt, to taste

How To Make classic blue cheese vinaigrette

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a skillet and soften the shallots and pepper. About 5 minutes. Add vinegar, then remove pan from heat. Allow to cool.

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil and vinegar. Stir in Shallots and pepper along with the cooking oil.
Step 3

Carefully fold in the crumbled blue cheese and minced chives. Season with salt.
Step 4

Let sit at room temperature for at least 25 minutes, stir again, then top a wedge of iceberg lettuce or season your favorite salad. Enjoy!
Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

Discover More

Comment & Reviews

Just A Pinch Sweepstakes