Strawberry Jalapeño Vinaigrette

Method

1. 1
   To make the strawberry vinegar, gently mash 1 cup of very ripe strawberries and combine with 1 cup of red wine vinegar. Let sit in the refrigerator for about three days, then strain out the solids. Discard solids and reserve the strawberry vinegar.
2. 2
   In a bowl, combine 3/4 cup of the strawberry vinegar with minced jalapeno, minced shallot, garlic powder, dry basil, lemon juice and zest, salt, pepper, and stone ground mustard.
3. 3
   While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in 1 1/2 cups of olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
4. 4
   Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Optionally, add a spoonful of strawberry jam, honey, or sugar for extra sweetness.