Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing
Elevate your salads with this luscious, homemade Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing. This French-inspired dressing combines the bold flavor of blue cheese with the tartness of fresh lemon juice and a touch of sweetness from ketchup and sugar, creating a deliciously unique taste experience. Optional mayonnaise can be added for those who crave an extra velvety texture. Planning ahead is essential, as this dressing needs to chill for at least six hours, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, it can also double as a flavorful dip for fresh vegetables or wings.
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
ketchup
2/3 cup (none)
white sugar
1 cup (none)
vegetable oil
1 cup (none)
lemon juice
1/2 cup (freshly squeezed)
paprika
1 teaspoon (none)
onion
1/3 cup (chopped)
fresh minced garlic
1-2 teaspoons (none)
Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons (none)
mayonnaise
2 tablespoons (optional or to taste)
salt
to taste (none)
black pepper
to taste (none)
crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup (or to taste)
Instructions
1
In a food processor, combine the ketchup, white sugar, vegetable oil, lemon juice, paprika, chopped onion, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
2
Process the mixture until it is smooth and well blended.
3
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and gently fold in the crumbled blue cheese.
4
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as preferred.
5
For extra creaminess, stir in mayonnaise until the desired consistency is achieved.
6
Spoon the dressing into a glass jar or an airtight container, sealing it tightly.
7
Chill the dressing in the refrigerator for a minimum of 6 hours, or overnight for best flavor development.
8
Serve chilled as a dressing for salads or as a dip.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing?
This is a French-inspired dressing that combines the bold flavor of blue cheese with fresh lemon juice, ketchup, and sugar for a unique taste experience.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
The recipe is designed to produce 12 servings.
What are the primary ingredients in the dressing?
The main ingredients include ketchup, white sugar, vegetable oil, lemon juice, paprika, onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and crumbled blue cheese.
How long must the dressing chill before serving?
The dressing needs to chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 6 hours, though overnight is best for optimal flavor development.
Is mayonnaise required for this recipe?
Mayonnaise is optional and can be added (about 2 tablespoons) to achieve an extra velvety and creamy texture.
What type of lemon juice should be used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
How should the onion be prepared?
You should use 1/3 cup of chopped onion for this dressing.
What equipment is needed to blend the dressing?
A food processor is used to combine the liquid ingredients and aromatics until smooth.
When do I add the blue cheese?
The blue cheese should be gently folded into the mixture after the base has been processed until smooth.
How much blue cheese is recommended?
The recipe suggests 1/4 cup of crumbled blue cheese, though you can adjust this amount to taste.
Can this dressing be used as a dip?
Yes, it doubles as a flavorful dip for fresh vegetables or chicken wings.
What kind of oil is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 cup of vegetable oil.
How much sugar is in the dressing?
The recipe includes 1 cup of white sugar.
How is the dressing seasoned?
It is seasoned with salt and black pepper to taste after the blue cheese has been added.
What storage container is recommended?
The dressing should be stored in a glass jar or an airtight container, sealed tightly.
What gives the dressing its French-inspired character?
The combination of ketchup, sugar, oil, and vinegar-like tartness from the lemon juice creates a flavor profile similar to French dressing.
How much garlic is included?
The recipe calls for 1-2 teaspoons of fresh minced garlic.
How much Worcestershire sauce is needed?
You will need 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce.
How much paprika is added?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of paprika.
What is the first step in making the dressing?
Combine the ketchup, sugar, oil, lemon juice, paprika, onion, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce in a food processor.
Can I adjust the consistency?
Yes, you can stir in mayonnaise until your desired consistency is achieved.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized under Salad Dressings.
Is this dressing served warm or cold?
It should always be served chilled.
How many total ingredients are listed?
There are 12 ingredients in total, including the optional mayonnaise.
What are the associated tags for this recipe?
Tags include salad dressing, blue cheese, creamy dressing, homemade dressing, french dressing, condiment, dip, vegetable dip, and zesty flavors.
What is the recipe ID?
The recipe ID is rich-and-creamy-blue-cheese-dressing.
How much ketchup is used?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of ketchup.
Why is the chilling period essential?
Chilling allows the various bold flavors to meld together beautifully.
Is the blue cheese processed in the blender?
No, the blue cheese is folded in by hand to maintain some of its crumbled texture.
What is the best way to serve this over greens?
It is described as perfect for drizzling over crisp greens.