Authentic Thousand Island Dressing

There are many recipe variations for Thousand Island dressing, but this version has been a favorite in Alexandria Bay, NY (the Heart of The Thousand Islands) for nearly 50 years.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 436 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 pinch ground cloves
• ½ cup chopped black olives
• ½ cup diced red bell pepper
• ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ cup white vinegar
• ¾ cup sweet pickle relish
• 1 quart mayonnaise

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel, and chop.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together chopped eggs, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, vinegar, cloves, mayonnaise, relish, olives, and red pepper until evenly combined. Chill and serve spooned over fresh greens. Store in the refrigerator.