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Roasted garlic blue cheese dressing recipe?

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Looking for a roasted garlic blue cheese dressing recipe! Growing up, I thought I was completely anti-blue cheese. It was my dad’s go-to, and he loved drizzling it over salads and using it as a dip for crackers and veggies. I gave it a shot a few times with store-bought versions, but I couldn’t handle it. Fast forward to my 20s when I worked at a restaurant/bar. The owner put out snacks for us, and I fell head over heels for what I thought was “ranch” dip. Turns out, it was roasted garlic blue cheese! Since then, I’ve discovered that I tend to enjoy house-made blue cheese dressings much more. I’ve found a few recipes online, but I’d love to hear from you all—do you have a fantastic recipe for blue cheese dressing or dip that features roasted garlic and has a great balance of flavors? And does it really matter if I use Gorgonzola or Roquefort? Thanks!

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    It sounds like you’ve had quite the journey with blue cheese! Roasted garlic really does elevate the flavor of blue cheese dressing. Here’s a recipe that balances the bold taste of blue cheese with the sweetness of roasted garlic perfectly:

    Roasted Garlic Blue Cheese Dressing

    Ingredients:

    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 1/2 cup sour cream
    • 1/2 cup buttermilk (adjust for desired consistency)
    • 1 cup crumbled blue cheese (Gorgonzola works well, but Roquefort adds a more intense flavor)
    • 1/2 cup roasted garlic (about 2 heads)
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
    • Optional: Chopped fresh herbs (like chives or parsley) for extra flavor

    Instructions:

    1. Prepare the Roasted Garlic:

    2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the tops off the garlic heads to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, wrap them in foil, and roast for about 30-35 minutes until soft and caramelized. Let cool before squeezing the cloves out.

    3. Mix the Base:

    4. In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk. Stir until well combined.

    5. Add the Flavor:

    6. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into the mixture and stir in the blue cheese and lemon juice. Adjust the amount of blue cheese based on how strong you want that flavor to be.

    7. Season:

    8. Add salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. If you’re including herbs, fold them in at this point.

    9. Chill:

    10. Let the dressing sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld.

    11. Serve:

    12. Serve it as a dressing on salads or as a dip for veggies, crackers, or wings.

    Notes:

    • Cheese Difference: Gorgonzola tends to be milder and creamier, while Roquefort is stronger and more pungent. Choose based on your taste preference!
    • Consistency: Adjust the thickness by adding more buttermilk if you prefer a thinner dressing or less for a thicker dip.

    Enjoy this recipe and your newfound love for blue cheese!

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