Herb dressing

This is a tasty homemade salad dressing that can be kept up to a week in the refrigerator. It makes about 2/3 of a cup.

What you'll need:

• 1/2 c salad oil (This is really any oil you like. It can be corn, vegetable or olive oil)
• 3 Tbl wine vinegar
• 1/8 tsp powdered thyme
• 1/8 tsp powdered marjoram
• 1/4 tsp dried basil leaves OR 4 fresh basil leaves, chopped finely
• 1 Tbl minced onion
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 Tbl parsley, finely chopped

Combine all ingredients in a salad dressing jar or any jar with a tight fitting lid. Shake vigorously. Let stand for 10 minutes before using. Shake again before each use.

Cost:
vegetable oil (regular) - $2.28
vinegar (small) - $0.92
herbs & spices - $1.50
Total - $1.82