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Salad Dressings, Spreads & Condiments

Salad dressings come in one of two types: temporary emulsions, like vinaigrettes, where you have to shake or stir the dressing to mix the oil and vinegar and they begin to separate right away; and permanent emulsions like mayonnaise, which, if done properly, will stay together indefinitely.
Garlic Aioli Recipe
Aioli is a tangy emulsified sauce similar to mayonnaise but made with olive oil instead of vegetable oil. A hint of garlic gives this ailoi its punch.
Make the Perfect Vinaigrette
Learn how to make the perfect oil & vinegar salad dressing, also called a vinaigrette. These simple tips will help you make a great vinaigrette dressing anytime.
Basic Mayonnaise Recipe
This basic mayonnaise makes a great sandwich spread, and it can also form the base for various salad dressings including Blue Cheese, Thousand Island, and Ranch.
Step-By-Step: How To Make Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise is the basis for a number of salad dressings from Thousand Island to Blue Cheese to Ranch. Follow this step-by-step guide and you'll have your own homemade mayonnaise in a jiffy!
Tomato Ketchup Recipe
This recipe for tomato ketchup uses roasted tomatoes for extra depth of flavor, as well as three kinds of vinegar.

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