Copycat Marzetti Classic Original Slaw Dressing

Boy, oh boy, did this copycat Marzetti Classic Original slaw dressing ever hit the spot. I was looking for that great Marzetti flavor but in a homemade version that, if I wanted to, I can play with a bit. A little less vinegary perhaps. A little sweeter maybe. Or just like the original. I can make the call. This is good stuff and it makes for a mighty good coleslaw!

Copycat Marzetti Classic Original Slaw Dressing

Mighty Good

This copycat Marzetti Classic Original slaw dressing is much like the great dressing you can find in your grocer’s refrigerated section (by the packaged salads and refrigerated salad dressings). Creamy with a bit of that vinegar ‘tang’ and a little sweetness. This recipe makes enough for a 14 ounce bag of slaw mix. By ‘makes enough’ I mean the slaw will be nicely dressed but not overly so. If you like a coleslaw with a whole lot of dressing, you’ll either have to make more or grab some at the store!

Also try my copycat of the classic (no, really!) McDonald’s Chef Salad!

Copycat Marzetti Classic Original Slaw Dressing

Copycat Marzetti Classic Original Slaw Dressing

A delicious copycat of the store favorite!
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Coleslaw
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 472 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dressing

For the coleslaw

  • 14 ounces coleslaw mix with carrots, etc.

Instructions
 

For the dressing

  • Place all ingredients into a medium bowl and whisk until smooth.
  • Add the coleslaw mix and fold until well-combined and the sugar is dissolved.

Notes

Stir again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 25gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 384mgPotassium: 184mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 134IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword coleslaw, copycat, dressing
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Buttermilk Blue Cheese and Chive Salad Dressing

I’ve made a few salad dressings with tons of ingredients in them in my time. You know, the ones that take a little bit of time to put together. This buttermilk blue cheese and chive salad dressing isn’t one of those. A handful of ingredients makes for a great dressing. There’s nothing huge going on here. Just creamy buttermilk richness with a little blue cheese and a hint of oniony goodness.

Buttermilk Blue Cheese and Chive Salad Dressing

Dip Away!

This buttermilk blue cheese and chive salad dressing is a bit thinner than many. It pours out quite easily. You can add more blue cheese (or less buttermilk, depending on how you want to look at it) to make it thicker. I like it thinner because I like to dip my radishes and cherry tomatoes into it.

This dressing is also fantastic for dipping wings.

If you don’t have or can’t find chives, green onions work just as well!

Also try some of Brother Jimmy’s buttermilk ranch salad dressing.

Buttermilk Blue Cheese and Chive Salad Dressing

Buttermilk Blue Cheese and Chive Salad Dressing

The perfect buttermilk and blue cheese dressing. Great for salads or for dipping wings!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Get happy time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 10 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 259 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients into a bowl and whisk until well-combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.

Notes

Stir before serving.
Need ideas for putting together the ultimate salad? Check out my salad inspirations!

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 372mgPotassium: 86mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 209IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 112mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword blue cheese, buttermilk
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Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

This rich and creamy blue cheese dressing is dangerous. It’s a bit too good. Too creamy. Too blue cheesy. Too rich. I had to really exercise self-control when I made a salad and this dressing. I could’ve easily ended up embarrassing myself. Self-control was difficult. I love this dressing. I can’t wait to make it again.

Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

Give It A Rest

This rich and creamy blue cheese dressing gets better with time. It’s hard not to eat it as soon as you make it, but you gotta let it rest. Make it, cover it, and put it in the fridge and try not to think about it. Don’t go peeking at it. Don’t go ‘test tasting’ it. Just let it be. I found that going on a long walk helps. Something to get my mind off of the goodness that awaits.

This dressing is fantastic for dipping wings, too!

Next time I’m doubling the recipe. To keep myself from using it all at once, I serve it in these little cups.

I love this dressing on a homemade Subway oven-roasted turkey and ham sub in a tub!

Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

A great, thick, delicious blue dressing!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Get happy time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 10 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 137 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place the blue cheese into a small bowl. Using a fork, mash the cheese until it forms small crumbles (the size of petite peas).
  • Mix in the buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, sugar and garlic powder.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate for 12 hours before serving.

Notes

Stir again before serving.
Need ideas for putting together the ultimate salad? Check out my salad inspirations!

Nutrition

Calories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 263mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 214IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 116mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword blue cheese, creamy
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Thick and Creamy Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

It’s ‘put-an-obscene-amount-of-dressing-on-your-salad’ day! I’m going to celebrate with this thick and creamy blue cheese salad dressing. I’ll try to control myself but I know I won’t. This dressing is right up my alley. The right consistency. The right blue cheese ‘funk’. Creamy. Oh yes, I’m going to use too much. I knew that when I made it. Sometimes you just gotta enjoy things!

Thick and Creamy Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

Save The Light Stuff For Later

This thick and creamy blue cheese salad dressing isn’t light. It’s not lo-cal. It doesn’t even pretend to be. It’s supposed to be in-your-face bold and decadent. And it is. Hey, sometimes I want my dinner salad to be an event. Something memorable. And something that satisfies. Well this dressing is a great way to accomplish all of those things.

This stuff is great for dipping Buffalo wings. Big time great.

Also try some buttermilk blue cheese salad dressing.

Thick and Creamy Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

Thick and Creamy Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

Funky dressing with the perfect consistency.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 228 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place all of the ingredients into a food processor or blender.
  • Process until just smooth. You still want the cheese to be slightly chunky.

Notes

Stir before serving.
Need ideas for putting together the ultimate salad? Check out my salad inspirations!

Nutrition

Calories: 228kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 3gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 426mgPotassium: 48mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 376IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword blue cheese
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American Style Salad Dressing

It can be surprising sometimes how what might seem odd tasting actually ends up being delicious. This American style salad dressing is quite reminiscent of a sauce we make and use on our hamburgers. It’s crazy close to it in fact. So you might think (like we did) that no way would it ever be good on a salad. Well, it is. This dressing is creamy. Tangy. And a little complex. And yeah, it’s good on burgers too so make extra!

American Style Salad Dressing

Go Light

You can use light ingredients in this American style salad dressing. The mayonnaise and sour cream can be light. Or you can go big and use top-shelf mayonnaise (for me that’s Blue Plate) and full-fat sour cream. Good ole prepared mustard (the cheap stuff) is great. So is fru-fru Dijon. The expensive stuff. Even generic Worcestershire sauce will still make for a great dressing. This can be whatever and however you like it.

Oh and it’s also great on hot dogs!

Also try some classic homemade Thousand Island salad dressing.

American Style Salad Dressing

American Style Salad Dressing

Creamy smooth deliciousness!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 102 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients into a medium bowl and whisk until smooth.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Stir before serving.
Need ideas for putting together the ultimate salad? Check out my salad inspirations!

Nutrition

Calories: 102kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 111mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.05gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword dressing, tangy
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Diner-Style Coleslaw

I do love a cold, creamy coleslaw. Nothing fancy. And maybe a little vinegary kick. But not much. This diner-style coleslaw is my kind of slaw. Perfect on a hot day, for lunch or dinner. Perfect on a cool day too. And crazy easy to make. This slaw reminds me of the ones you’d find in the glass cases in the diners of old. The ones with the sliding doors. Made early that morning, wrapped in plastic wrap, and chilled to perfection!

Diner-Style Coleslaw

Nice And Creamy

I use Blue Plate mayonnaise in all of my slaws. For me, it’s the best-tasting, creamiest mayonnaise around. You can use your favorite. Even though this diner-style coleslaw isn’t complicated, better ingredients make for a better slaw.

I didn’t have white balsamic vinegar on hand. I knew I didn’t want to use regular ole balsamic vinegar. Though it’d add the same flavor, it’d discolor the slaw. That wouldn’t be good. I used apple cider vinegar instead and the slaw come out fantastic. Problem solved!

Also try a delicious homemade chef’s salad!

Diner-Style Coleslaw

Diner-Style Coleslaw

Best served well-chilled!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Coleslaw
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 204 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl mix together everything except for the slaw mix.
  • Add the slaw mix and stir to coat.
  • Sprinkle with the parsley (if using) and stir.

Notes

Stir again before serving. Store leftovers in the fridge.
You can substitute two small heads of cabbage and 2 carrots, all shredded, for the bagged slaw instead.

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 163mgPotassium: 133mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 169IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 0.4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword coleslaw, diner
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Buttermilk Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

I’ve made a few complicated salad dressings in my time. You know, a long list of ingredients. A little bit of time. This buttermilk blue cheese salad dressing isn’t one of those. A handful of ingredients makes for a great dressing. There’s nothing complicated here. Just creamy buttermilk richness with the tang of blue cheese. Perfect for my dinner salad.

Buttermilk Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

Dip Away!

This buttermilk blue cheese salad dressing isn’t crazy thick. It pours out easily. You can add more blue cheese (or less buttermilk, depending on how you want to look at it) to make it a bit thicker if you like. I like it thinner. It’s perfect for taking that radish or cherry tomato and dipping. Big time dipping. Get-some-blue-cheese-chunks-on-it kind of dipping.

This dressing is also fantastic for dunking wings.

Also try some homemade garlic ranch salad dressing.

Buttermilk Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

Buttermilk Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

An easy, tasty dressing perfect for salads (and wings!)
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 5 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 259 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients into a medium bowl. Whisk until combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Notes

Stir again before serving.
Need ideas for putting together the ultimate salad? Check out my salad inspirations!

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 372mgPotassium: 83mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 176IUCalcium: 112mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword blue cheese, buttermilk
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Copycat Chili’s Ranch Salad Dressing

I love simple and easy. But still delicious. Ranch is always my go-to dressing of choice. This copycat Chili’s Ranch salad dressing hit the spot. It was perfect on my chef’s salad. Nice and creamy without being too thick. Tasty. But not complicated. I had all of the ingredients on-hand. Some ranch dressings have a lot of ‘stuff’ in them. Not bad stuff, just lots of it. That makes me tend to shy away from making them. Not this one. This is a great dressing!

Copycat Chili's Ranch Salad Dressing

Pickle Juice for the Win

The recipe for a copycat Chili’s Ranch salad dressing calls for pickle juice. You know, that stuff in the jar after you’ve taken the last dill pickle. I never ever throw that juice out. It’s great in recipes like this. It’s also great as a chicken marinade. It lasts forever. It’s not hurting anyone. Leave it in the back of the fridge because some day you’re going to need it and you’ll be happy you have it!

I bought these little dressing cups to try and help me with my Ranch dressing addiction. The theory is that they keep me from over-dressing my salads. And they often do just that. Unfortunately, though, the kitchen isn’t that far away and refilling these little cups doesn’t take long!

Also try some homestyle garlic ranch salad dressing.

Copycat Chili's Ranch Salad Dressing

Copycat Chili’s Ranch Salad Dressing

Inspired by a recipe from The Sauce Chick
Easy and delicious.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 256 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients into a small bowl and whisk until combined and smooth.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Stir before serving.
Need ideas for putting together the ultimate salad? Check out my salad inspirations!

Nutrition

Calories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 451mgPotassium: 57mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 210IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword copycat, Ranch
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Jimmy John’s The Turkey Tom Sub In A Tub

A good ole, simple salad makes me happy. Nothing fancy. But I do like to change things up just a little bit so I don’t get bored. I’ve found that the easiest way to keep things interesting is to make versions of my favorite chain sub sandwiches as salads. They sell them in the restaurants, sure. But they’re so easy (and cheaper) to make at home. And well, kind of fun. Today I made Jimmy John’s The Turkey Tom sub in a tub. Nothing fancy going on here, but I enjoyed it and that’s what counts!

Jimmy John's The Turkey Tom Sub In A Tub

A Little Prep Goes A Long Way

To make things go smoothly, I do as much preparing ahead of time as I can. That way when it comes time to make my lunch, such as this Jimmy John’s The Turkey Tom sub in a tub, I can have it put together in just minutes. I chop a combination of iceberg and green leaf lettuces and put them in a sealable tub with a paper towel to help keep them fresh. I use cherry or Roma tomatoes because they hold up well. So, I chop them too and place them into the fridge.

I could pre-cut my sandwich meats and cheese, but I like doing those the day I am having my salad. Who knows, I might change my mind from the day before about what I want on my salad.

Also try a Subway Black Forest Ham sub in a tub!

Jimmy John's The Turkey Tom Sub In A Tub

Jimmy John’s The Turkey Tom Sub In A Tub

Made fresh at home!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 332 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place the lettuce into your tub or onto a plate.
  • Layer the sandwich meat slices and roll up like a cigar. Slice with a knife. Add to the lettuce. Note: If your meats are too thick to roll up, just slice them into bite-sized pieces instead.
  • Slice the cheese and add to the lettuce along with the tomato and onion.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve with your favorite dressing.

Notes

This salad can be made a day ahead. Just cover and store in the fridge.

Nutrition

Calories: 332kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 21gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 943mgPotassium: 547mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1281IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 158mgIron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword salad, sub in a tub
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Jimmy John’s Country Club Sub In A Tub

Sure, I coulda got a sub for lunch. But I wasn’t in the mood for all that bread. Plus I’m all about making my lunch at home. I work here. I’m not going out to grab a sandwich. So I made a Jimmy John’s Country Club sub in a tub instead! And boy was it a mighty delicious salad! Fresh ingredients, ready in no time. And heck, I even felt better after eating it!

Jimmy John's Country Club Sub In A Tub

The No-Bread Zone

Everything is here on my Jimmy John’s Country Club sub in a tub that can be found on the store-made sandwich. I chop the lettuce and tomatoes the day before. On the day of lunch I just cut up some meat and cheese, add a little salt and pepper and I’m ready! Oh yeah! Dressing! For the dressing I just grab whatever suits my fancy! This isn’t complicated. Just a nice way to change up my regular salad rotation.

Check out my always-growing list of my favorite homemade subs in a tub!

Jimmy John's Country Club Sub In A Tub

Jimmy John’s Country Club Sub In A Tub

Fresh and delicious!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 323 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place the lettuce into your tub or onto a plate.
  • Layer the sandwich meat slices and roll up like a cigar. Slice with a knife. Add to the lettuce. Note: If your meats are too thick to roll up, just slice them into bite-sized pieces instead.
  • Slice the cheese and add to the lettuce along with the tomato.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve with your favorite dressing.

Notes

This salad can be made a day ahead. Just cover and store in the fridge.

Nutrition

Calories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 26gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 1163mgPotassium: 761mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2595IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 206mgIron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Keyword salad, sub in a tub
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