After the glorious spring days we had last weekend, it dawned on me that summer will be here before I know it. And with that, I’ve been trying to eat more salads to prepare for warmer weather and to add more vegetables to my diet. I have somewhat grown tired of all the hearty, comforting winter foods I’ve been indulging in during this horrendously long winter lol. So when I think of salads, one of my favorites would be the salad served at Aunt Judy’s house during the holidays. Aunt Judy is the Baron’s aunt who hosts the annual Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve dinner for his extended family. I secretly look forward to the dinners because I know she’ll be serving up her salad. But more importantly, it’s the dressing that makes it so good. I was fortunate enough to receive a large bottle of her dressing along with a handwritten recipe – score! With common ingredients you probably already have on hand, you can taste the magic of Finn’s French Dressing…
So before I get to the dressing, the salad typically involves greens of your choice, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, blue cheese, and green onions. You can certainly make your preferred salad but I especially like how the flavors of the dressing really tie in these ingredients. It’s a dressing recipe that’s easy to make and I often make a large batch and store in a couple jars in the fridge. If you’re looking for a tasty way to eat more greens, just pour this dressing over the top and before you know it, you’ll devour a bowl of salad in no time!
It seemed like the winter would never end and now we are here with summer approaching! This dressing looks amazing!
I am with you. I've been craving salad and light easy food lately. This delicious dressing would be perfect on a salad.
I can't believe I've never made French dressing! It was my favorite one as a kid, and I can't wait to try making my own, thanks!
my hubby loves French dressing but I have yet o make a homemade version for me, this looks great!
There's nothing like fresh dressing. Once you have it, it's hard to go back. This looks delish!
I have everything I need to make that! My dad will love it!
It's already in the 80's where I am. So bring on the salads and homemade dressing!
French is my favorite kind of dressing and I cannot wait to make this!
I love homemade dressing – can't wait to give this a try!
Oh no! I wish I saw this earlier! lol I just bought French dressing today. At least now I know where to look when I run out because I would love to make my own. French dressing is my favorite. Bookmarked!
I love homemade French dressing. It's a million times better than the stuff in the bottle!
Ohhhh, so it's paprika that makes it that gorgeous red color. I always wondered. That being said, I love a good home made French dressing and your version looks like it rocks.