J.L. Hudson's Maurice Salad Recipe

"This is such a classic salad. It isn't anything all that special... It's just a good salad. This was a favorite and a menu classic at the Hudson's Retails stores in their restaurants. Mom and I ate their all the time. We ALWAYS got this for lunch when we went shopping ... it was a special Mom and Daughter day. It is still a great salad, and one of my favorites. And, don't use fancy vinegars or miracle whip for the dressing; keep it simple. Also, the ham and turkey - just a good quality turkey and ham. Nothing smoked or flavored. Again, keep it simple. This is a 'Classic - Old School' salad."

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Dressing ... Mix all the ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup until well combined. The original recipe uses only onion juice; I prefer to use a fine grated white onion. And, do this right over the bowl to get all the juice. I like to refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Step 2

Salad ... As I mentioned, don't get fancy with the ingredients. Classic iceberg, ham and turkey, swiss (no baby swiss), etc. And, this is the secret to me ... the salad was always ice cold which is what made it so good. I add the pickles and olives to the bottom of the bowl, then the meat and cheese, and finish with the lettuce. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, just so it is nice and cold.

Step 3

Finish and Serve ... Add the dressing to your salad and toss to combine. I tend to dress my salads a bit on the 'light side,' But you can add as much dressing as needed. I even love to serve it on a cold salad or dinner plate; it is so good that way.

Step 4

This can be served as a side salad with a bowl of soup, a lunch salad; or, a full dinner salad which I love. Serve with a basket of fresh dinner rolls for a delicious dinner. ENJOY!