Blue Cheese French Dressing
Elevate your salads and appetizers with the bold, tangy flair of Blue Cheese French Dressing! This luscious homemade dressing pairs the rich creaminess of crumbled blue cheese with the vibrant sweetness of ketchup, honey, and apple cider vinegar, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile. A touch of Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and onion powder adds a savory depth, while the smooth emulsification of vegetable oil ensures a silky, pourable texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is ideal for drizzling over crisp greens, dipping fresh veggies, or enhancing grilled meats. Make-ahead friendly and packed with flavor, it’s a must-try for fans of bold, artisanal condiments.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup blue cheese, crumbled
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until all the ingredients are well blended.
Slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the mixture. The dressing should become smooth and slightly creamy in consistency.
Gently fold in the crumbled blue cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preference.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight jar or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a dressing for salads, a dip for vegetables, or a topping for grilled meats. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.1 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 2982 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 662 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 459 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
