2/3 cup vegetable oil

1/3 cup red wine vinegar

1 1/2 tablespoons sugar

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

2 teaspoons shallots, minced

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/4 teaspoon dried parsley

1/2 clove garlic, minced

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

1/8 teaspoon dried basil

1/8 teaspoon dried oregano

dash onion powder

Use an electric mixer to combine all the dressing ingredients.  Mix on high speed for about a minute or so until the dressing becomes thick and creamy.  Put into a container and keep covered in refrigerator until ready to use.

4  Servings