Best 9 Nut Tree French Dressing Recipes

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Nut Tree French dressing is a classic American salad dressing that originated at The Nut Tree restaurant in Vacaville, California. The dressing is made with a combination of olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, herbs, and spices, and it has a sweet and tangy flavor. It is perfect for salads, especially those made with greens, tomatoes, and croutons.

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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

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

FRENCH DRESSING



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Homemade salad dressing elevated the simplest of salads. Try French dressing on mixed greens, sliced vegetables, such as tomatoes and cucumbers, or drizzled on baked fish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Yield Makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup white-wine vinegar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Coarse salt
1/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, ketchup, sugar, paprika, and Worcestershire; season with salt. Whisking constantly, add oil in a steady stream until incorporated.

NUT TREE FRENCH DRESSING



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Make and share this Nut Tree French Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 pint

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon granulated garlic or 1 teaspoon peeled garlic clove, juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 1/4 cups salad oil
1 tablespoon egg white, slightly beaten

Steps:

  • Mix salt, pepper, and garlic granules or juice. Stir in lemon juice and red and white vinegars. Add salad oil and slightly beaten egg white, and beat throughly. Store in covered jar in refrigerator. Shake or beat well before using.
  • **Tip**.
  • If a milder dressing is desired, add 1/4 to 1/3 cup more oil to this dressing.

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

HOMEMADE FRENCH DRESSING



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Instead of turning to store-bought salad dressings that lack freshness and flavor, try this easy dressing. This simple homemade topping adds tangy flavor to an ordinary lettuce salad.-Mrs Robert Lieske, Ripon, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup canola oil
2/3 cup ketchup
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup vinegar
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 small onion, quartered

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a blender container. Cover and blend at medium-high until well mixed. Chill before serving. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

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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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.

NUT TREE CLEAR FRENCH DRESSING



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This dressing is used in the blue cheese dressing, which follows. It can also be served alone. The Nut Tree Restaurant was an old landmark near Sacramento California. It has been closed for serveral years now.

Provided by Nancy Foster

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, pressed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 1/4 cups salad oil
1 tablespoon slightly beaten egg white

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, beating well.
  • Store in covered jar in refrigerator.
  • Shake or beat well before serving.
  • If a milder dressing is desired, add 1/4 to 1/3 more salad oil and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1376.2, Fat 154.3, SaturatedFat 21.3, Sodium 2011.7, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 1.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs and spices. This will give your dressing the best flavor. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use less since they are more concentrated.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. The better the olive oil, the better your dressing will taste. Look for an olive oil that is extra virgin and has a fruity flavor.
  • Let the dressing sit for a while before using. This will allow the flavors to meld together. If you're short on time, you can still use the dressing right away, but it will be even better if you let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
  • Taste the dressing before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs to taste.
  • Use the dressing on salads, vegetables, or grilled meats. It's also a great marinade for chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

Nut Tree French 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 preferences. So next time you're looking for a salad dressing, give Nut Tree French Dressing a try. You won't be disappointed.

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