Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Balsamic Italian Dressing and Marinade

BALSAMIC ITALIAN DRESSING

I packet GOOD SEASON'S Italian Dressing Mix (or use store brand which is cheaper)

1/2 Cup Canola Oil

1/4 Cup Balsamic Vinegar

3 Tb Water

Shake up well and pour over a salad.

AS A MARINADE :

Pour salad dressing over the chicken as is or add 2 Tb Soy Sauce, a few cloves minced Garlic and 1-2 Tb Brown Sugar to the marinade if you want to and mix well before pouring over chicken or into a zip lock bag.

Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Poke the chicken with a nail type tenderizer and place in the marinade. Let marinate at least two hours, or even 4 or more. Turn chicken over after an hour and spoon marinade on top.

After placing the chicken on the grill pour the marinade in a small saucepan and add the 2 tsp sugar and stir. Let simmer for at least 5 minutes and use as a dipping sauce with the meal.

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