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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Yield makes 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 12
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
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
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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