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                   Orange Dressing with Basil - al fresca
 
 Recipe By     : Viana la Place and Evan Kleiman in Cucina Fresca (1985)
 Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Cucina Fresca                    Seasoning or Ingredient
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
    8      tablespoons   olive oil
    4      tablespoons   fresh orange juice
    2      tablespoons   fresh lemon juice
      1/2  whole         orange, zest of
    1      clove         garlic -- lightly crushed
      1/4  cup           fresh basil leaves -- thinly sliced
                         coarse salt
                         coarsely ground pepper -- optional
 
 Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake. Let
 stand for 2 or more hours. Strain out the basil, if desired. Refrigerate
 overnight. Makes 3/4 cup.
 
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 NOTES : Use on salads, spoon over steamed shellfish, or use as a marinade
 for grilled fish.  This dressing has a sweet, refreshing taste.  Increase
 the lemon juice for added tartness.

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