Recipe for cooking basic french dressing

Salad Dressings :: Salad Dressings for Vegetables

Basic French Dressing

2/3 C. canola oil
1/3 C. vinegar
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. paprika

Mix together ingredients in jar. Cover; shake vigorously. Chill to blend flavors. Shake again before servings over sliced tomatoes, chilled cooked vegetables or tossed salads.

Makes approximately 1 C..

NOTE: For a tangier dressing, use 1/2 C. vinegar and 1/2 C. oil. For a milder dressing, use 1/4 C. vinegar and 3/4 C. oil.

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