Makes 1 1/4 cups

1/2 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon water
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon chopped basil

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet. Add garlic and saute until golden brown. Cool to room temperature.
Transfer mixture to a blender.
Blend well with remaining ingredients except basil. Mix basil in vinaigrette