Best 8 Grannys Eight Layer Eight Hour Salad Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the legendary "Granny's Eight Layer Eight Hour Salad," a culinary masterpiece that has been passed down through generations, leaving its mark on countless family gatherings and special occasions. This iconic salad is a true testament to the power of culinary alchemy, skillfully layering eight distinct flavors and textures into a single delectable dish. While it may require a bit of patience and preparation, the end result is a symphony of flavors sure to impress even the most discerning palates. Whether you're a seasoned salad enthusiast or embarking on a new culinary adventure, this article will guide you through the process, ensuring you create a dish that lives up to its legendary status.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EIGHT-LAYER SALAD



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup farro
3 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken stock (or water)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium butternut squash, peeled and sliced into 3/4-inch cubes
A pinch of crushed red pepper
1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
1 cup packed fresh basil (about 2 ounces), finely chopped, plus a little more for serving
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
5 ounces baby kale
8 ounces prosciutto, chopped
2 large shallots, finely chopped
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan
1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Combine the farro with the stock or water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until tender, about 30 minutes; drain off any excess liquid. Season with salt and pepper and toss with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Set aside to cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Toss the squash with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, a few pinches of salt, a few turns of pepper and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Roast until tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool.
  • Make the dressing by combining the yogurt, basil, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, Dijon and garlic in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large glass serving bowl, layer the farro, kale, squash, prosciutto, shallots, dressing, Parmesan and almonds. Finish with the remaining basil and a few turns of pepper.

12-HOUR SALAD



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This recipe was Mom's scrumptious scheme to get her kids to eat vegetables. She never had any trouble when she served this colorful crunchy salad. Mom thought this salad was a real bonus for the cook since it must be made the night before. -Dorothy Bowen, Thomasville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups torn mixed salad greens
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
2 medium green peppers, chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
2-1/2 cups frozen peas (about 10 ounces), thawed
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons sugar
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place greens in a 3-qt. bowl or 13x9-in. dish. Layer with celery, peppers, onion and peas. , Mix mayonnaise, sour cream and sugar; spread over top. Sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Refrigerate, covered, 12 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 347mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

TWENTY-FOUR HOUR SALAD



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A layered green salad with green peas, celery, bell peppers, Cheddar cheese and bacon sprinkled over all. For other variations, I have substituted or added some of my own favorite ingredients, such as: carrots, eggs, mushrooms, sprouts and seeded cucumbers.

Provided by Jane

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time P1DT20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped onions
½ cup frozen green peas, thawed and drained
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (3 ounce) can bacon bits

Steps:

  • In a large transparent bowl, layer lettuce, celery, bell peppers, onions, peas, mayonnaise, sugar and cheese. Sprinkle bacon bits evenly over the top of the salad.
  • Cover bowl, and refrigerate for 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 70.4 mg, Fat 59.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 1014.8 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

HEARTY EIGHT-LAYER SALAD



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I'm a 77-year-old great-grandmother and have been making this satisfying salad for years. It's my most requested recipe for family gatherings. It's simple to make ahead of time and looks lovely with all of its tasty layers. Dijon mustard gives a nice kick to the dressing. -Noreen Meyer, Madison, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups uncooked small pasta shells
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cups shredded lettuce
3 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup julienned fully cooked ham
1 cup julienned hard salami
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
TOPPINGS:
1 cup shredded Colby or Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. , Place the lettuce in a 2-1/2-qt. glass serving bowl; top with pasta and eggs. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Layer with ham, salami and peas. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, green onions and mustard. Spread over the top. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. , Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 32g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 791mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

7 LAYERED SALAD, "GRANNY'S RECIPE" RECIPE - (4.5/5)



7 Layered Salad,

Provided by á-75476

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head of lettuce, cut up
1 celery stalk, cut up
1 bag unthawed frozen peas
2 cups mayonnaise (or miracle whip)
2 Tbsp sugar
2 cups shredded colby cheese
1 cup bacon bits
5 boiled eggs, cut up

Steps:

  • Add a layer of hard cooked eggs before the mayonnaise and sprinkle the mayo with a couple tablespoons of sugar. It helps the dressing liquify somewhat to seep down into the veggie layers. To save time, I purchase "real" bacon bits to top the salad. Layer salad this way: lettuce on the bottom celery peas eggs mayonnaise & sugar mix cheese bacon on the top keep cool in the refrigerator until served

GRANDMA'S LAYERED SALAD



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My Grandma made this for most big family gatherings and now, it's my uncle's job! It looks best when you make it in a clear glass bowl so you can see all the layers... the number of servings depends on how much everyone likes it :)

Provided by Cadillacgirl

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 1 salad, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
1 large bell pepper, finely chopped (green or red)
8 green onions, sliced
1 cup celery, sliced diagonally
6 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
1 (6 ounce) can water chestnuts, sliced
1 (10 ounce) can peas, drained
8 slices bacon, cooked, drained and crumbled
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Layer first 7 ingredients in large clear salad bowl (in order!).
  • Mix dressing ingredients and pour evenly over top of vegetables. Don't toss!
  • Sprinkle grated cheese and crumbled bacon on top of dressing. Seal with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

EIGHT LAYER SALAD



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I found this in a new cookbook and thought it looked really good. Thought I would share it with you!

Provided by Kim127

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces fresh spinach, washed,dried and torn into pieces
1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
6 hard-boiled eggs, diced
1 head romaine lettuce or 1 head iceberg lettuce, washed,dried and torn into pieces
1 (10 ounce) package frozen baby peas, thawed and drained
1 cup sliced sweet onion
2 teaspoons sugar
salt and pepper
2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 cup coarsely grated swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In large glass salad bowl, arrange spinach seasoned with salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon sugar.
  • Press down.
  • Add layers of bacon, eggs, and lettuce.
  • Press down.
  • Season again with salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon sugar.
  • Add layers of peas and onion.
  • Combine mayonnaise and sour cream and completely cover salad.
  • Top with cheese.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Toss just before serving.

TWENTY FOUR HOUR LAYERED SALAD



Twenty Four Hour Layered Salad image

Amazing salad with a creamy sour cream dressing.

Provided by Heather

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time P1DT20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ head leaf lettuce, torn
½ bunch fresh spinach, torn
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
5 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
2 cups peas
½ green bell pepper, chopped
5 green onions, sliced
2 (8 ounce) cans sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Toss together the lettuce, spinach, celery, mushrooms, eggs, peas, bell pepper, green onions, and water chestnuts in a 9x13 inch dish. Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar in a bowl, and spread evenly over the salad to the edges of the dish. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese, and top with bacon. Cover and refrigerate 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 432.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • Make sure to use fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have time to make the salad the day before, you can assemble it in the morning and refrigerate it until dinnertime.
  • To save time, you can use a pre-made salad dressing or dip instead of making your own.
  • If you are using a layered salad bowl, make sure to press down on each layer to compact it.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, chopped nuts, or crumbled bacon before serving.

Conclusion:

Granny's Eight-Layer Eight-Hour Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of fresh vegetables, creamy dressing, and crunchy toppings, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new salad recipe to try, give Granny's Eight-Layer Eight-Hour Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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