Indulge in a delectable culinary experience with our exploration of creamy Italian dressing, a versatile and irresistible sauce that adds a touch of richness and tang to your favorite dishes. From vibrant salads to hearty pasta creations, this dressing is a versatile companion that elevates any meal with its creamy texture and harmonious blend of herbs, spices, and tangy flavors. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect creamy Italian dressing, with step-by-step instructions and tips on selecting the finest ingredients to create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING I
A wonderful, thick dressing - my favorite.
Provided by Cathy
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Italian Dressing
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, onion, vinegar, and sugar. Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 153 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories condiment
Time 10m
Yield about 3/4 cup dresssing
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in the parsley, parmesan and pecorino. Season with more salt and pepper. (The dressing will keep, refrigerated, up to 1 week.)
CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING II
This smooth and creamy dressing has the pungency of lemon juice and red wine vinegar and the sweet spiciness of oregano and garlic.
Provided by CHRISTYJ
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Italian Dressing
Time 5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, oil, water, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, sugar and garlic until evenly combined. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 124.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
Make and share this Creamy Italian Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In jar with tight fitting lid; combine all ingredients.
- Shake well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3.7, Fat 0.1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 1.5, Carbohydrate 0.5, Sugar 0.2, Protein 0.1
CREAMY GARLIC ITALIAN DRESSING
This is the best dressing I've ever tasted. It is the only one I use now. It is absolutely delicious!
Provided by Missi
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Italian Dressing
Time 10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a 1 quart container combine the corn oil, garlic and sugar. Shake well. Add vinegar and shake well again.
- Fill the container the rest of the way with Italian dressing, leaving just enough room to add one egg. Add the egg, and blend with a blender or hand-held blender for about 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 153.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
ROMAINE SALAD WITH CHOICE OF RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE OR CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- For the raspberry vinaigrette:
- Add the vinegar to a blender, replace the lid, turn it on, and through the feed opening, add, 1 at a time, the shallot, black pepper, salt, mustard, and thyme. Then leaving the blender running, add the olive oil in a slow thin stream.
- Wash and dry the blender to have it ready to prepare the other dressing.
- For the creamy Italian dressing:
- Add the vinegar to a blender, replace the lid, turn it on, and through the feed opening, add, 1 at a time, the garlic, black pepper, salt, red pepper, and Parmesan. Then leaving the blender running, add the olive oil in a slow thin stream.
- For the salad, toss the lettuce, red onion, sweet onion, tomatoes, Parmesan, and parsley together in a large bowl. Top with croutons, and serve the dressings on the side.
CORN SALAD WITH CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
Simple deliciousness, that's what this is. This corn salad recipe is one of my favorite summer side dishes. It's a perfect complement to just about any meat you pull off the grill, and can be dressed in countless ways. Serve at room temperature.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes
Time 8h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, water, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, Italian seasoning, and a pinch cayenne pepper together in a bowl until dressing is thick and creamy. Cover dressing with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 8 hours or overnight.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir corn in hot oil until light golden brown and toasted, about 15 minutes.
- Mix corn and red pepper together in a bowl. Pour enough dressing over corn mixture to coat completely. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Stir basil and a pinch cayenne pepper into corn mixture; toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 333.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
CREAMY ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING
Make and share this Creamy Italian Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Marie
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in blender and mix on high for about 30 seconds.
LOW FAT CREAMY ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING
I had to bring a creamy salad to my exercise class party that was low fat, and this is what I managed to come up with. It came out great, if I do say so myself!
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 1 1/4 cups, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, process all ingredients except sour cream until completely mixed.
- Add sour cream and process just until mixed.
NINJA CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
Make and share this Ninja Creamy Italian Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by mightyro_cooking4u
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 1m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in the Master Prep Pitcher. Secure the top and pulse in quick bursts for 45 seconds, until smooth and frothy.
- Salt and pepper to taste before serving over your favorite salad. For best flavor, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors mingle.
ITALIAN VEGETABLE SALAD WITH CREAMY GARLIC DRESSING
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories Salad Blender Garlic Side Quick & Easy Dinner Asparagus Cauliflower Fennel Anchovy Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim fennel (reserving fronds) and remove tough outer layer. Thinly slice fennel crosswise and cauliflower lengthwise (1/8 inch). Slice asparagus on a diagonal (1/8 inch). Combine vegetables in a large bowl.
- Purée yolks, garlic, anchovies, mustard, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a blender. With motor running, add oil in a slow stream, blending until dressing is thick and emulsified.
- Toss vegetables with enough dressing to coat. Season with salt. Sprinkle with fennel fronds.
- What to drink:
- Fontaleoni Vernaccia di San Gimignano '07
PIZZA HUT CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING RECIPE
Provided by hlovell
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Crumble the oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary into a medium bowl. Stir in the salt, black pepper, vinegar, and lemon juice. Whisk in the mayonnaise and then the gradually whisk in the olive oil. Stir in the Parmesan cheese. Transfer to a jar with a tight−fitting lid and store in the refrigerator. Shake well before using.
PIZZA HUT CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
Make and share this Pizza Hut Creamy Italian Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mike D.
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 5m
Yield 2 Cups, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Pour the Olive Garden dressing in a mixing bowl.
- Whisk in the Miracle whip and cheese.
- Add additional Italian seasoning to taste.
- Thats it! As close as I can remember to the real stuff.
SALAD BAR SALAD WITH CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 2h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the dressing: Mince the garlic with a knife and then sprinkle about 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of salt on it and mash it into a paste with a fork. Chop the parsley, chives and basil very finely and add to the garlic.
- In a bowl, combine the garlic mixture, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan, cayenne, paprika and Worcestershire, tasting frequently and adjusting the seasonings as needed. Chill for a couple of hours before serving. Thin with a little milk before using if desired.
- For the salad: To assemble, layer chunks of the iceberg lettuce on a platter. In lines, lay on the grated cheese, shredded carrots and cucumber slices, and sprinkle the sunflower seeds over the top. Drizzle on the dressing and serve.
LOW-FAT CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
This is a really great tasting way to top Spinach Salad or any other "dark green" salad. It is so good, even my 12 year old son likes it better than bottled dressing!! I always keep some in the fridge!!
Provided by Missy Merrill
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 1/3 Cup, 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
- Mix until smooth.
- Chill and serve.
CREAMY ITALIAN GARLIC DRESSING
Make and share this Creamy Italian Garlic Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Into a food processor all ingredients go-whirl till smooth.
KITTENCAL'S CREAMY ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING
This dressing must chill for 6 or more hours before serving don't even think about serving it right away as the flavors intensify with chilling time, even better if made a day ahead, I have left the Parmesan as optional you may add in or omit, you may adjust all amounts to taste.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 1 1/2 cups (approx)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor blend all ingredients together (except Parmesan cheese and black pepper) until well blended, starting with 2 teaspoons sugar and adding in more if needed after mixing.
- Season with black pepper then mix in Parmesan cheese (if using).
- Adjust all ingredients to taste.
- Cover, and refrigerate for 6 or more hours before using.
CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING (COOK'S COUNTRY)
Make and share this Creamy Italian Dressing (Cook's Country) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 11m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk vinegar, Parmesan, shallot, garlic, oregano and pepper flakes in small bowl. Microwave until cheese is melted (vinegar will look cloudy) and mixture is fragrant, about 30 seconds. Let cool.
- Process mayo, sour cream, basil, and vinegar mixture in food processor until smooth. With motor running, slowly add oil until incorporated, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Serve. (Dressing can be refrigerated in airtight container for 4 days.).
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CHICO INN SPINACH SALAD WITH CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
This recipe comes from the R.S.V.P. section in a November 1988 issue of Bon Appetit. It was requested from the Chico Hot Springs Lodge and Ranch in Pray, Montana. The dressing is what makes this salad especially good!
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 23m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook bacon in medium skillet until crisp; transfer to paper towels, drain and crumble.
- Blend mayonnaise, Italian seasoning,garlic and sugar in blender.
- With machine running, gradually add oil alternately with vinegar in slow steady stream.
- Gradually add half and half.
- Toss spinach and onion in large bowl with enough dressing, to taste.
- Divide between plates, sprinkle with bacon and egg and serve.
CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING
Categories Condiment/Spread Garlic No-Cook Vegetarian
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, sour cream and buttermilk in large bowl and mix with wire whip. Add remaining ingredients and refrigerate a few hours before serving. Serve over your favorite green salad, or use as a dip for vegetables. Variation: To use as a dip for chips add additional dillweed.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your dressing will taste. If possible, use herbs from your garden or farmer's market.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make creamy Italian dressing. Feel free to adjust the ingredients to suit your taste.
- Let the dressing sit for a bit before using: This will allow the flavors to meld together.
- Store the dressing in a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid: This will help to preserve the freshness of the dressing.
- Use creamy Italian dressing on salads, pasta salads, grilled chicken, or fish: It's also a great dipping sauce for vegetables or bread.
Conclusion:
Creamy Italian dressing is a versatile and delicious dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a new dressing to try, give creamy Italian dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!
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