Asian Ginger Dressing

Adapted from Vegetarian Times magazine (April/98). This is vegan and yummy!

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 1/2 cup

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup rice vinegar or 1⁄2 cup red wine vinegar
• 1  tablespoon sherry wine
• 2  tablespoons  chopped peeled  fresh gingerroot
• 2  garlic cloves, chopped
• 2  tablespoons  apple juice concentrate
• 1  tablespoon soy sauce
• 1  tablespoon cornstarch
• 1⁄4 cup cold water

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients except cornstarch and water.
2. Bring to a simmer.
3. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Remove from heat.
5. Using a slotted spoon, discard garlic and ginger.
6. Dissolve cornstarch in water and stir into sauce.
7. Simmer, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
8. Transfer to small bowl, cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.