Rich And Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, dreamy blue cheese dressing, perfect for elevating your salads to the next level! Made with just a few simple ingredients, this recipe from Cook's Illustrated creates a decadent dressing that's perfect for romaine, curly leaf lettuce, or your favorite greens. Makes enough for 10 cups of loosely packed greens (easily doubled!). Prepare to be amazed by its rich flavor and velvety texture. Ready in just 5 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 553.5 kcal

Protein 40g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rich And Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

4 ounces blue cheese (crumbled)
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt & Fresh Ground Pepper

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How to Make Rich And Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

In a small bowl, mash 4 ounces of blue cheese with 1/2 cup buttermilk using a fork until the mixture resembles cottage cheese with small curds.
Whisk in 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sour cream, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld (can be stored for up to 14 days).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

59 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

113g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Rich And Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing?

Rich And Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Rich And Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing?

Rich And Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing has approximately 553.5 calories per serving, with about 40 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 69 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Rich And Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing?

The key ingredients for Rich And Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing are Blue Cheese, Buttermilk, Sour Cream, Mayonnaise, White Wine Vinegar, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.