Tag: Dijon mustard

Maple Thyme Vinaigrette

Mustard, typically Dijon mustard, is used in most vinaigrettes to help with the emulsion of combining vinegar or citrus juice (both water based) with oil, two liquids that normally don’t mix. Typically up to one tablespoon of Dijon mustard is added. Like with this Tomato Basil Vinaigrette. This recipe though, adds 1/4 cup Dijon, making […]

Honey Dijon Dressing

Thanks to French cuisine, we have Dijon mustard. And because of that, we can make, Honey Dijon Dressing. Dijon mustard is named after the city were it was first invented, the city of Dijon in Burgundy, France, which was the center of mustard making in the late Middle Ages. Dijon mustard is different than regular […]

Apricot Dijon Glazed Chicken Thighs

This apricot glazed chicken thigh meal is quick to prepare in just under 30 minutes.  It’s sweet (for the honey) and tangy (for the Dijon mustard). As with any chicken thigh recipe, it’s tender and juicy as well. Because it is a meal that is easy to prepare, it makes for a perfect weeknight dinner […]