Basic Vinaigrette and Some Variations

This is the classic vinaigrette that the French have used for as long as anyone can remember. There are all kinds of variations on this theme, and you should feel free to experiment with different oils and vinegars or other acids. If you are serving wine alongside a dish that uses a vinaigrette, you might try using citrus juices instead of vinegar. The acidity of citrus juice is not as pronounced, which makes a citrus vinaigrette much more “wine friendly.” The key is to make sure that the a