Blue Cheese Vinaigrette
Even people who aren't big blue cheese fans have told me how much they enjoy this tangy dressing. It's refreshing and the flavors blend well, whether you serve it over lettuce or fresh spinach.
-Erlene Cornelius, Spring City, Tennessee
SERVINGS
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20
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CATEGORY
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Salads
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PREP |
10 min. |
TOTAL
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10 min.
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 to 1 cup crumbled blue cheese, divided
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup canola oil
- Torn salad greens and vegetables of your choice
DIRECTIONS
In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, sugar, 1/2 cup blue cheese, onion, mustard, garlic and salt. Cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream until dressing is thickened. Stir in the remaining blue cheese if desired. Serve over salad. Cover and refrigerate leftover dressing. Yield: 2-1/2 cups.