Apple Cider Vinaigrette

This recipe is from Emeril's "Apple Salad with Blue Cheese Croutons and Cider Dressing" recipe, but the dressing can be used on any number of salads, so I have added this as a separate recipe.

5 tablespoons soft apple cider
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch ground black pepper

In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider, vinegar, and mustard. Slowly drizzle in the oil, whisking constantly until it emulsifies. Add the shallots, salt, and pepper, and adjust the seasoning, to taste.