Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
0.67 cup

ketchup

1 cup

white sugar

1 cup

vegetable oil

0.5 cup

lemon juice

1 tsp

paprika

0.33 cup

onion

chopped

1.5 tsp

garlic

minced

2 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

2 tbsp

mayonnaise

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

black pepper

0.25 cup

blue cheese

crumbled

Step 1
~2 min

Combine ketchup, white sugar, vegetable oil, lemon juice, paprika, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and mayonnaise (if using) in a food processor.

Step 2
~2 min

Process the ingredients until the mixture is well blended and smooth.

Step 3
~2 min

Add the crumbled blue cheese to the mixture.

Step 4
~2 min

Season with salt and black pepper to your preferred taste.

Step 5
~2 min

Mix in the blue cheese, salt, and pepper until evenly distributed.

Step 6
~2 min

Transfer the dressing to a clean glass jar.

Step 7
~2 min

Seal the jar tightly with a lid.

Step 8
~2 min

Refrigerate the dressing for at least 6 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of blue cheese to your liking.

For a thinner dressing, add more lemon juice or water.

Taste and adjust seasonings before chilling.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (Blue Cheese)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over a wedge salad with bacon and tomatoes.

Drizzle over grilled romaine lettuce.

Use as a dip for crudités.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mixed Green Salad
Grilled Chicken Salad
Wedge Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular salad dressing in American cuisine

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Party
BBQ

Popularity Score

65/100

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