1/2 tsp Powdered mustard
1/4 tsp Ground white pepper
1 tsp Tomato paste
7 tbsp Salad oil
1/3 cup Wine vinegar
2 tsp Water
1/2 tsp Finely chopped onion
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake well or puree in a blender
for smooth dressing.
1 tbsp - 50 calories, 1 fat exchange 0 carbohyrate, 0 protein, 6
grams fat 0 sodium, 1 potassium, 0 chol.
Source: Am. Diabetes Assoc. Holiday Cookbook by Betty Wedman 1986
Shared but not tested by Elizabeth Rodier, Nov 93
Servings: 12 servings
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Categories: Dressings; Diabetic
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