Hot Bacon Dressing Hudson's

Elevate your salads with the indulgent, tangy-sweet flavors of Hudson’s Hot Bacon Dressing—a classic recipe that brings bold, comforting flavors to your table. This rich dressing starts with crispy thick-cut bacon, whose drippings create a savory base for finely minced onions and a silky roux. A delightful combination of apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of sugar adds the perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness, while crumbled bacon pieces ensure every bite is infused with smoky goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make dressing pairs beautifully with fresh greens, spinach salads, or roasted vegetables. Serve it warm for a satisfying burst of hearty flavor that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 slices Thick-cut bacon
• 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely minced
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the thick-cut bacon in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until crispy, about 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Once done, remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve 3 tablespoons of the bacon drippings in the skillet and discard the rest.

Step 2

Add the finely minced onion to the reserved bacon drippings in the skillet. Cook over medium heat until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the cooked onions. Stir constantly for 1 minute to create a roux that thickens the dressing.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and slowly whisk in the water, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and ground black pepper. Continue stirring until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Crumble the cooked bacon into small pieces and stir it into the dressing. Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the hot bacon dressing warm over your favorite salad or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(396.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	610.4

Total Fat 36.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 64.3mg	0%
Sodium 2000.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 12.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 32.2mg	0%
Iron 1.1mg	0%
Potassium 329.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.0%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 35.1%