Cooking a delicious and flavorful special herb dressing can elevate any dish to a culinary masterpiece. Whether you're preparing a crisp salad, succulent grilled meats, or savory roasted vegetables, the right dressing can transform an ordinary meal into an extraordinary experience. With a myriad of fresh herbs and aromatic ingredients to choose from, crafting a special herb dressing is an art form that allows you to express your creativity in the kitchen. From classic vinaigrette dressings to creamy concoctions infused with herbs like basil, thyme, or rosemary, the possibilities are endless. Let's explore some exciting and unique recipes that will surely impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BUTTERMILK-HERB DRESSING
This tangy dressing loaded with fresh herbs brings any salad to life.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 5m
Yield about 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, herbs and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk in the buttermilk and a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper until blended.
SPECIAL HERB DRESSING
Our budget was tight when our children were small, so I cooked with ground beef often. Nowadays, I make this creative casserole simply because we love it! -Trudy Williams, Shannonville, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 14-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add mushrooms, water chestnuts, apples, onion, parsley and celery leaves; cook 6-8 minutes or until mushrooms and apples are tender. Add cranberries, garlic and seasonings; cook 2 minutes longer. , Place bread cubes in large bowl. Add meat mixture; stir in broth. Spoon into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake 35-45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts :
CREAMY HERB DRESSING
This dressing for vegetables is so easy, I make it the night before Thanksgiving to save time. We like it over asparagus, but try serving it with green beans or broccoli for an equally delicious and eye-pleasing side dish. -Brigitte Hinz, Sun City, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings (2-1/2 cups dressing).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , In a skillet, cook asparagus in a small amount of water for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain well. Spoon dressing over asparagus. Refrigerate leftover dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CREAMY HERB DRESSING
Club soda lightens the texture of creamy salad dressing.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, club soda, and salt. Stir in herbs.
HERB AND GARLIC DRESSING
I found this years ago in a recipe book made by a local church auxiliary. I make it and use it as a dressing for pasta salad or tomato and cucumber Greek salad. I usually mix a day ahead and the flavors taste 100 times better!
Provided by Ellaellaola
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk vegetable oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, parsley, garlic, basil, celery seed, marjoram, and black pepper together in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 291.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
TRADITIONAL HERB STUFFING OR DRESSING
Here is a good basic stuffing &/or dressing recipe. It has mushrooms and nuts and all the other good things that one thinks of when you visualize a turkey roasting away.
Provided by Manami
Categories Breads
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Butter a pretty casserole dish 15"x10" baking dish or a souffle dish would be perfect.
- Melt butter in large skillet and add mushrooms, onions, & celery.
- Saute for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Now add salt, thyme, rosemary, sage, black pepper, savory, parsley & poultry seasoning & mix well.
- Add nuts and mix well again.
- Beat the eggs.
- Place bread into a large bowl along with vegetable mixture, beaten eggs and 1 cup warm chicken broth or vegetable broth.
- Continue mixing and pouring in broth until stuffing looks moist, use at least 4 cups of stock or broth. It should not be too dry - remember you are going to bake it.
- Transfer stuffing to prepared dish.
- Cover with buttered foil and bake until heated through, about 45 minutes.
- Uncover and bake until top is golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- Variations:*To keep Kosher use the margarine and **For Kosher or Vegetarian - use the vegetable broth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.6, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 82.5, Sodium 880.2, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 5.2, Protein 9.3
FRESH HERB DRESSING
Make and share this Fresh Herb Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Alia55
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Process all ingredients in the processor.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1545.6, Fat 172.9, SaturatedFat 23.9, Sodium 703.8, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.6
BUTTERMILK-HERB DRESSING
Try this delicious dressing with Escarole Salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Yield Makes enough for 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, chives, and tarragon. Slowly whisk in olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
Tips:
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs impart the best flavor to your dressing. If you can, grow your own herbs or buy them from a local farmers market.
- Experiment with different herbs: There are many different herbs that can be used in a dressing, so don't be afraid to experiment. Some popular choices include basil, cilantro, dill, mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary, sage, and thyme.
- Use a good quality olive oil: The olive oil you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your dressing. Look for an extra virgin olive oil that has a fruity, peppery taste.
- Use acid to balance the flavors: Acid, such as vinegar or lemon juice, helps to balance the flavors of the dressing and make it more refreshing.
- Season to taste: Always taste your dressing before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Use the dressing within a few days: Fresh herb dressings are best when used within a few days. Store them in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Conclusion:
With these tips in mind, you can create delicious and versatile herb dressings that will enhance any dish. From simple vinaigrettes to creamy ranch dressings, the possibilities are endless. So get creative and experiment with different flavors to find your new favorites.
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