Recipe: Tuscan Marinade (for Vegetables, Tofu and Tempeh)

TUSCAN MARINADE

"This marinade is great for firm tofu or tempeh that is fabulous on the grill. Or use it on vegetable skewers or steaks. It's incredible on portobello caps, too. If you are placing these items on skewers, don't forget to soak the wooden ones in water about 30 minutes before using to prevent them burning over the fire."

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, peeled
6 fresh basil leaves
2 sprigs fresh oregano, leaves removed from stems
1/2 teaspoon dried red chili flakes

Place all ingredients in a small food processor fitted with the metal blade and process to blend. Or puree with a small handheld immersion blender.

Makes about 3/4 cups
Source: Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel, June 14 2007