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Spiced Apple Cider Dressing

A warm mug of apple cider in the cold winter months is so soothing and comforting. But did you know it's also tasty in dressing? This two-step recipe is simple to make with pantry ingredients you’re likely to have on hand. Drizzle it over a pan of simple roasted vegetables with slices of apple, or over a spinach salad topped with boiled eggs and crumbled bacon. It’s even tasty over baked sweet potatoes!

Ingredients

½ cup spiced apple cider (from produce dept.)
¾ cup preferred salad oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon thyme
Several turns freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a quart jar with lid.

  2. Shake to blend!

Recipe Courtesy Of

Wendy Perry, a culinary adventurist and blogger, chats about goodness around NC on her blog at WendysHomeEconomics.com.

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