Blue Cheese Dressing

When I was a kid, my family went out to eat quite often at a place called 'Joe McGovern's'. It was a restaurant on Mobile Bay which eventually changed hands and became 'Nan Seas'. Originally it was known for steaks that Joe cooked himself. Of course, they always served seafood and that is what they were famous for when the new owners took over. It was always very popular and waiting for a table at dinner time was the norm. Sadly, a hurricane demolished the place and the owner's insurance did not provide coverage for floods.

As a kid, the first remembrance I have of eating salad was at 'Joe McGovern's'. They had a Roquefort dressing that they said they made themselves. I don't know for sure whether they did or not but it sure was good. I've loved blue cheese dressing ever since. This recipe can be made with whatever type of hard blue veined cheese you like best.

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp. sour cream
1/2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. black pepper, freshly ground
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 tbsp. cider vinegar
3-4 oz. blue cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
2 shakes Tabasco

Place all ingredients except cheese in a bowl and whisk well. Crumble the cheese and add to the dressing. Whisk again, then place in fridge. It is best if it sits for a few hours to let the ingredients meld. This is a great salad dressing and it is good for hot wing dipping too.