Northwoods Inn Creamy Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing
Indulge in the rich, tangy perfection of Northwoods Inn Creamy Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing—a restaurant-quality recipe you can easily make at home. This velvety blend of crumbled blue cheese, creamy buttermilk, tangy mayonnaise, and sour cream is elevated with a splash of white vinegar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a medley of seasonings like garlic and onion powder. Each ingredient works harmoniously to create a dressing that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Whether drizzled over crisp lettuce, paired with fresh veggie sticks, or served as a decadent dipping sauce, this homemade blue cheese dressing is sure to become a household favorite. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe melds bold flavors with creamy textures, making it a must-have addition to your repertoire of salad dressings and dips.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Blue cheese (crumbled)
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk. Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
Add the white vinegar and freshly squeezed lemon juice to the mixture. Stir to combine thoroughly.
Season the dressing with garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
Gently fold in the crumbled blue cheese, being careful to maintain some chunks intact for texture.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container or jar, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled over a crisp salad, as a dip for vegetables, or alongside your favorite dishes.
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 272.1 g | 349% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.4 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 499 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 5272 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 63.8 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1732 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1028 mg | 22% | |
*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.
