Spinach Salad With Shallot Vinaigrette

Photo: flickr user FotoosVanRobin

Ingredients

1 pkg. fresh spinach

10 ounces fresh mushrooms

1 sm. red onion

1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar

1 tablespoon country style Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

1 tablespoon minced shallots

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Wash spinach and tear leaves into a bowl. Slice mushrooms and onion and add to spinach. Put remaining ingredients, except oils in a jar. Shake vigorously. Add oils and shake again. Let stand at least 15 minutes before using. Pour dressing over spinach and toss. Vinaigrette makes about 3/4 cup.