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How much do I love my herb garden? Let me count the ways…

Now I know what all those dirt therapists have been gabbing about. I have become an urban deck farmer this summer and am growing basil, thyme, rosemary, lavender, spearmint and a couple tomato plants. Tending and watching them grow is unbelievably satisfying but doesn’t quite compare to the flavor explosion of this vinaigrette.

1/2 c chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 c misc herbs (I used oregano, thyme, rosemary)
1-2 chopped garlic cloves
1/4 c raspberry wine vinegar
1/4 c white wine vinegar
1 T Dijon mustard
1-2 T lemon juice
1 T honey
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Add the basil, parsley, vinegar, Dijon, and honey to a food processor or blender if you’ve got it and pulse until the herbs are pureed. Add the oil while machine is running and blend until emulsified.

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk just before serving.