Best 11 Moms Easy French Dressing Recipes

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Moms Easy French Dressing is a timeless classic, bringing a burst of flavor to any salad. This simple yet versatile dressing is a staple in many kitchens, loved for its tangy and zesty taste. With a few basic ingredients and minimal effort, you can create this homemade dressing that will elevate any salad from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you're a beginner in the kitchen or a seasoned cook, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MOM'S FRENCH SALAD DRESSING



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My mom was born in 1920, and this was always the salad dressing we had, as there weren't many bottled varieties at the time. I still make this blast-from-the-past recipe. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups canola oil
1 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons grated onion
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • Place the first 8 ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; add salt, if desired. Shake well. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

GRANDMA'S FRENCH DRESSING



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My granny used to make this recipe all the time, she passed it on to my mom, and now it's my turn to make it!

Provided by SPATULA

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     French Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup vegetable oil
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, halved
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground dry mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
⅛ teaspoon dried tarragon
¼ cup white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • In a jar with a lid, add oil, Worcestershire, garlic, salt, paprika, mustard, pepper, thyme, tarragon and vinegar. Cover and shake well. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 295.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

SIMPLE FRENCH DRESSING



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This classic salad dressing is tasty tossed with romaine, cucumber, red onion, and radish. Ours-with paprika, canola oil, tomato paste, onion, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar-is less sweet than many.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Yield Makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated onion
1 teaspoon dried mustard
3/4 teaspoon paprika
Pinch of sweet, smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Freshly ground pepper
4 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Whisk tomato paste, sugar, onion, mustard, paprikas, salt, and celery seed in a medium bowl; season with pepper. Whisk in vinegar and lemon juice. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Alternatively, puree all ingredients except the oil in a blender. With machine running, add oil in a slow, steady stream; blend until emulsified. Use dressing immediately.

MY GRANDMOTHER'S FRENCH DRESSING



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This recipe was given to my mom from my grandmother and has been handed down to me. You will never find French Dressing like this.

Provided by JIMBOWERS

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     French Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅔ cup ketchup
1 cup white sugar
½ cup white vinegar
1 cup vegetable oil
½ cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 ½ small onions, grated
2 cloves garlic, pressed
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Add ketchup, sugar, vinegar, oil, lemon juice, salt, paprika, onions, garlic and blue cheese to a glass jar. Cover, shake well, and refrigerate. This will keep in the refrigerator for quite a while.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 509.3 mg, Sugar 27.1 g

MOM'S EASY FRENCH DRESSING



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My mom made this everytime we had salad, I never realized how easy it was to make something so good!

Provided by candis

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can tomato soup
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup vinegar
1 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients shake or stir.

COBB'S OLD FASHIONED FRENCH DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup water
1 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Juice of one lemon
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dry English mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup olive oil
3 cups salad oil

Steps:

  • Blend together all ingredients except the oils. Using a whisk or food processor, combine the oils and add them in a very fine stream, continuing to whisk until the mixture is well combined. Chill and shake thoroughly before serving.

MOM'S DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Oil, for sauteing
2 onions, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 apple, chopped
2/3 loaf white bread, toasted and broken into pieces
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium-sized saute pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and apple and saute until just tender. Remove from the heat and add the onion mixture to the bread in a large mixing bowl. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the eggs with the milk, sage, salt, and pepper. Pour over the bread mixture and stir to combine and moisten the bread. Transfer to a casserole dish and bake for about 1 hour or until browned on top. Serve.

FRENCH DRESSING



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Yield makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated onion
1 teaspoon dried mustard
3/4 teaspoon paprika
Pinch of sweet smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Freshly ground pepper
4 1/2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Whisk the tomato paste, sugar, onion, mustard, paprikas, salt, and celery seed in a medium bowl; season with pepper. Whisk in the vinegar and lemon juice. Add the oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Alternatively, puree all ingredients except the oil in a blender. With the machine running, add the oil in a slow, steady stream; blend until emulsified. Use the dressing immediately.

MOM'S FRENCH DRESSING



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I have lived overseas for over 15 years and Catalina French dressing has not always been available at the local market...So, I used this yummy homemade recipe full of flavor instead!

Provided by SilentCricket

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup sugar, scant
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup vinegar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, peeled

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in blender or food processor.
  • Blend till smooth.
  • Pour into airtight container and refrigerate till ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 819, Fat 72.8, SaturatedFat 9.4, Sodium 1664.4, Carbohydrate 44.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 43, Protein 0.8

CLASSIC FRENCH DRESSING



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Making salad dressings at home is very easy! This recipe has many pantry staples so it is easy to whip up any time. It tastes wonderful on any greens.-Maron Craig Bielovitz, Elmhurst, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-2/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 small onion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon paprika
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add the oil in a steady stream. Process until thickened. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

FRENCH DRESSING



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Spruce up a simple green salad with a French dressing. Made with olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard and seasoning, it's quick and easy to make

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Condiment

Time 5m

Yield Serves 2-3

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
a pinch of sugar

Steps:

  • Whisk the Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of sugar, and salt and pepper together in a small bowl, or shake together in a jam jar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Protein 0.1 grams protein, Sodium 0.09 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh herbs, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard will give your French dressing the best flavor.
  • Whisk the dressing well: This will help to emulsify the oil and vinegar and prevent the dressing from separating.
  • Let the dressing rest for a few minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings as needed: Add more salt, pepper, or herbs to taste.
  • Store the dressing in a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid: This will help to keep the dressing fresh for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

French dressing is a versatile and flavorful dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, vegetables, and meats. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dressing, give French dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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