Appetizers : Fresh Marinated Vegetables

• 1 1/2 cups red wine vinegar
  
• 3/4 cup olive oil
  
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  
• 1 teaspoon salt
  
• 1 teaspoon Original TABASCO® brand Pepper Sauce
  
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  
• 1 pound green beans, halved lengthwise
  
• 1 large sweet onion, sliced
  
• 2 large red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch chunks
  
• 2 large green bell peppers, cut into 1-inch chunks
  
• 1 head cauliflower, cut into flowerets
  
• 1 bunch broccoli, cut into flowerets
  
• 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
  
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  

Combine first 6 ingredients in a medium-size non-aluminum saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Blanch green beans in boiling water for 1 minute; drain. Combine all vegetables in a large non-aluminum bowl. Pour in marinade and mix until vegetables are thoroughly coated; cover and let marinate in refrigerator for several hours or up to 5 days.

Makes 6 servings.