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Although Jefferson entertained lavishly, he ate simply on his own. He especially enjoyed salads made with the fresh herbs and lettuces grown at Monticello. When he failed at cultivating olives, he turned to sesame plants and pressed the seeds for oil to dress his salads.
Cooking Light JULY 2005
Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine vinegar, juice, oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; stir with a whisk. Pour over salad, tossing gently to coat. Serve immediately.
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Green Salad Scented with Sesame Oil recipe
