Kefir Salad Dressing

Ingredients:

• 2 large garlic clove, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 1/2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 4 tbspn brown sugar
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 cups crumbled kefir cheese

Method:

1. In a blender or small food processor blend together garlic, mustard, lemon juice, paprika, and vinegar.
2. With the motor running add the oil in a slow stream and blend until mixture is combined.
3. Add 3/4 cup kefir cheese or enough to obtain desired consistency. Blend dressing until it is combined well. Stir in the additional kefir cheese. Salt and pepper to taste, add water to bring to desired consistency.
4. Place in covered bottle or jar and refrigerate. Store for 24 hours before use to allow herbs and ingredients to come to full flavor!

Makes about 2 1/3 cups.