THOUSAND ISLAND, RANCH AND CATALINA SALAD DRESSING

We like Light House salad dressings but the price has increased recently to nearly $4.50 for a small jar, which is ridiculous. In an effort to save a little money in that department, I have been experimenting with salad dressing recipes. The results have been surprisingly good and the convenience an unexpected plus!!

Thousand Island Salad Dressing

1 cup mayonnaise (low cal is OK)
2 tablespoons ketchup
¼ cup sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
Whisk everything together and refrigerate at least a couple of hours before using.

Catalina Salad Dressing

1 cup vegetable oil (I used canola oil)

2/3 cup ketchup

1/2 cup vinegar (I used red wine vinegar)

½ teaspoon onion powder (not onion salt)

½ teaspoon dry mustard powder

½ teaspoon celery seed

½ teaspoon chili powder

big pinch of paprika (not the spicy kind)

2 teaspoons salt

1 cup sugar

Place all ingredients in a blender (I used an immersion blender) and mix on high speed (salad dressing will really thicken up as you process it).

NOTE: Catalina is the only one that needed a good whisk before using (if it has been in the fridge for a few days).