A VERY VERSATILE SALAD DRESSING
PARTS
— 3 tbsp vinegar (red wine, acv)
— Juice of .5 lemon
— 1 tbsp mustard (Dijon, spicy brown)
— 1 tbsp dried oregano
— 1 tsp honey
— 1 clove garlic
— .5 cup olive oil
CLUES
Combine all ingredients in a blender/food processor and blend until smooth. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Store refrigerated in an airtight container.
A GOOD SPICE MIX
PARTS
— About 1 tbsp of: paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme or basil, onion powder
— About 1 tsp of: cayenne, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, pepper
CLUES
Eyeball all spices (and maybe a dash of some others you're feeling) into a small bowl and mix until combined. Adjust cayenne amount for more/less heat. Pat meat, fish etc. dry and rub with mixture. Grill, bake, or sear.