#chimichurri

#chimichurri

Mostly popular in Europe (particularly France), it's not a common ingredient in the U.S. But if you're a fan of tart, citrusy flavors, you'll want to get to know this one. What it can do for you is right there in its nickname - Lemonade Leaf. Sorrel contains a lot of sour-tasting oxalic acid, and when you cook your steak together with a few leaves, your steak will also gain the citrusy flavor that makes this herb stand out.

Why limit yourself to boring bottled dressings when your pantry holds the secret to converting any sauce, homemade or store-bought, into a delicious salad dressing? Some of the most versatile sauces of the culinary world work double duty as salad dressings; all you need is a dash of oil and acid. The magic of sauce-to-salad dressing conversions lies in their ease.