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avocado, bacon, cheese, cider, fall, gluten free, salad, salad dressing, sorghum, vinaigrette
Ok, this is seriously one of the best dressings I have ever made. Ever. The flavor is phenomenal and so perfect for fall. I made a salad of romaine with blue cheese, tiny cheddar cheese cubes, crispy fried bacon, creamy avocado, and a sprinkling of pecans. Then I drizzled this amazingness over it and preceded to eat in total silence. Talking would have ruined the experience.
Cider Sorghum Vinaigrette (from Southern Living Sept 2013)
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 (3 inch) cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup sorghum
- 1 shallot, minced
- 2 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp table salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup canola oil
Transfer the first 2 ingredients in a 3 qt saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until the cider is reduced to 1/4 cup. Remove from heat and cool completely.
Transfer the cider mixture to a bowl, discarding the cinnamon stick. Whisk in the vinegar and next six ingredients. Add oil in a slow steady stream, whisking constantly until smooth. Makes 2 1/4 cups.
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Wow, I am getting hungry at work and reading this post is not helping 😛 The salad looks beautiful and delicious with the different colors and flavors of the bacon, avocado, and cheese. The cider vinaigrette sounds like a fabulous salad dressing. Bookmarking this recipe–thanks for sharing!
Thanks! I do hope you try it. It is one of the better recipes I have tried as of late. Be sure to let me know what you think!
You always make the best dressings, so we have to try this one!
Thanks Greg! This one is probably one of my favorites. I could almost drink it plain. Disgusting? I don’t know.
Thanks Greg! This one is probably one of my favorites. I could almost drink it plain. Disgusting? I don’t know.
Looks delicious!
Thank you! It is one of the better dressings I have made in a while. Please be sure to try it. I think you will find it worth your effort!