Best 5 Easy Blue Cheese Bacon Dressing Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our easy Blue Cheese Bacon Dressing recipe, a delectable condiment that elevates any salad or dish it graces. Crafted with a harmonious blend of tangy blue cheese, crispy bacon, creamy mayonnaise, and a hint of sweetness from honey, this dressing strikes a perfect balance between richness and savoriness. Discover how simple ingredients can transform into a culinary masterpiece with our step-by-step guide. Elevate your culinary skills with our collection of delectable recipes, including the classic Caesar Dressing, a refreshing Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette, and a creamy Ranch Dressing. Unleash your inner chef and embark on a flavor-filled journey with our curated selection of dressings, guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BLUE CHEESE-BACON DRESSING



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Years ago, I went through my mom's recipe box and found this classic recipe. Everyone I know loves the rich and creamy blue cheese dressing with a hint of bacon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 to 1 cup (3 to 4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well to blend. Cover and chill for at least 3 hours. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY BLUE CHEESE BACON DRESSING



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This dressing is absolutely fantastic-I've made it again and again. It has just about everything we like in it. -Marion Karlin, Waterloo, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
5 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/4 cup minced chives

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper until blended. Stir in the blue cheese, bacon and chives. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BLUE CHEESE BACON DRESSING



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Make and share this Blue Cheese Bacon Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
6 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/4 cup minced chives

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper until blended.
  • Stir in the blue cheese, bacon and chives.
  • Cover and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 856.5, Fat 72.4, SaturatedFat 26.9, Cholesterol 112.9, Sodium 2121, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 9.2, Protein 19.1

WEDGE SALAD WITH CRISPY BACON AND BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Fine sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
Buttermilk or water, for thinning, optional
1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and cut into 4 wedges
8 cherry tomatoes, cut in half
4 strips crispy cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Mash up 1/2 cup of the blue cheese in a bowl until smooth; add the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice and Dijon mustard and mix until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. If the dressing is too thick for your taste, add a bit of buttermilk or water to thin down. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Lay the iceberg wedges on a platter or one on each individual plate.
  • Top with a generous drizzle of dressing, then sprinkle with the cherry tomatoes and the remaining 1/2 cup blue cheese. Top each with strip of crispy bacon.

BLUE CHEESE-BACON COLESLAW



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Creamy-delicious! Can be used as a side dish or on top of BBQ or a burger.

Provided by janet

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     With Mayo

Time 35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 slices bacon, diced, or more to taste
1 small head green cabbage, cored and shredded
¼ small head red cabbage, shredded
1 carrot, grated
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
½ tablespoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
½ cup crumbled blue cheese
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and saute over medium-high heat, until evenly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels.
  • Combine green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrot in a large bowl.
  • Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder together in a separate bowl.
  • Add about 1/2 the dressing to the cabbage mixture and combine well. Continue adding and stirring in enough of the remaining dressing to thoroughly coat vegetables.
  • Stir in blue cheese and green onions. Sprinkle bacon on top before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 26.5 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 432.2 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier dressing, use sour cream instead of mayonnaise.
  • If you don't have blue cheese crumbles, you can use crumbled Gorgonzola or Roquefort cheese.
  • For a spicier dressing, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to taste.
  • If you don't have apple cider vinegar, you can use white wine vinegar or lemon juice instead.
  • For a sweeter dressing, add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
  • For a more tangy dressing, add a tablespoon of Dijon mustard.
  • Serve the dressing immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This easy blue cheese bacon dressing is the perfect way to add flavor to your favorite salads. It's creamy, tangy, and packed with bacon bits and blue cheese crumbles. Whether you're using it as a dip for vegetables or as a dressing for a salad, this recipe is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new dressing to try, give this blue cheese bacon dressing a try - you won't be disappointed!

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