Get ready to revolutionize your culinary experience with a dressing that's not just a condiment, but a taste adventure! This Chipotle Blue Cheese Dressing is the ultimate game-changer for anyone who craves bold, creamy, and mind-blowingly delicious flavors. Imagine a sauce that combines the smoky heat of chipotle peppers with the rich, tangy punch of blue cheese - it's like a flavor party in your mouth that will make even the most boring salad sing with excitement!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise and sour cream, whisking until smooth and well blended.
- Add crumbled blue cheese to the mayonnaise mixture, gently folding to distribute the cheese evenly throughout the dressing.
- Carefully mince the chipotle pepper from the adobo sauce, ensuring to remove any seeds if you prefer less heat. Add the minced chipotle and a small amount of the adobo sauce to the mixture.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the bowl, which will help brighten the flavors and add a slight tanginess to the dressing.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, tasting and adjusting the seasoning as needed to balance the flavors.
- Whisk all ingredients together until completely incorporated and the dressing reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Before serving, give the dressing a quick stir and adjust consistency with a small amount of milk or buttermilk if it has thickened too much in the refrigerator.
Tips
- Quality Matters: Use high-quality blue cheese for the most robust flavor. Artisanal or freshly crumbled blue cheese will elevate your dressing significantly.
- Heat Control: Adjust the amount of chipotle pepper based on your spice tolerance. Start with less and add more gradually to find your perfect heat level.
- Chill for Flavor Depth: Letting the dressing rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Consistency is Key: If the dressing becomes too thick, thin it out with a little milk or buttermilk. For a thicker dressing, add more blue cheese.
- Versatility Tip: This dressing isn't just for salads! Use it as a dip for vegetables, a sauce for grilled meats, or a topping for burgers.
- Storage Hack: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days, giving it a quick stir before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 137kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 16mg
