Monkie Mama's Italian Salad Dressing

We go through this dressing like crazy. Tasty on all sorts of salads (green, bean, pasta, or fresh cut veggies, etc). I often double or triple this recipe or else I'm constantly making more. Thank goodness it's so easy!

• 1 C Olive oil
• 1/2 C white vinegar (you can get creative with different kinds of vinegars for different tastes)
• 1 tsp Sea Salt
• 1 tsp Pepper
• 1 tsp Basil
• 1 tsp minced garlic

Combine all ingredients (put the mixture through the blender for a creamy dressing). Refrigerate (best in a glass container). Dressing will separate so shake well before each use.

Monkie Mama's Roasted Red Pepper Salad Dressing

This is a favorite in my family and goes really well as a replacement for Annie's Roasted Red Pepper dressing (even more natural if you can believe it!) on Monkie Mama's Black Bean Salad or on any salad. This is a double batch because it goes quick! If you want a smaller batch, just halve.

• 1 jar Roasted red peppers (approx 16 oz) (look for the kind without added sugar, preservatives, etc)
• 2 C Olive oil
• 1 C Apple cider vinegar
• 2 t. Sea Salt (or to taste)
  
• 2 t. Pepper (or to taste)
• 2 t. Basil (or to taste)
• 1 T. minced garlic
  

Combine ingredients in a blender. Refrigerate.