This is a seriously authentically flavoured oil, which was utterly delicious as an accompaniment dip for my bourbon maple red onion and feta sourdough bread (yes, this infused bread was made with one of the balsamics). The smokiness was the perfect intense-level for me personally, and it brought my appetiser to a whole new level. One of your best!
Ingredients:
2 Tbs. Fleur de Sel
10 oz. multi-colored baby potatoes
2 cups snap peas
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1 1/2 cups yellow wax beans
1 1/2 cups green beans or haricot vert
Affinato and Walnut Vinaigrette:
1/2 cup Estilo Affinato di Modena
1/4 cup Roasted Walnut Oil
2 Tbs. Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
4oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
Instructions:
Fill a large pot 3/4 of the way with water, add fleur de sel, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, add potatoes and cook for 20-25 minutes or until fork-tender. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Transfer the potatoes to the ice water using a slotted spoon and cool. Return the saltwater to medium-high heat and, once boiling, add the snap peas, asparagus, wax beans, and green beans. Boil for 3-5 minutes or until the veggies are tender-crisp. Transfer the veggies to the ice water bath using a slotted spoon and set them aside to cool (adding more ice if necessary).
Meanwhile, place balsamic vinegar, walnut oil, and Dijon mustard in a medium bowl whisk until blended. Season the vinaigrette taste with salt and pepper.
Once the veggies have cooled, thoroughly drain, patting them dry with paper towels, and transfer to a large salad bowl or platter. Drizzle the salad with vinaigrette and top with chopped walnuts and prosciutto before serving.