Sweet-and-Sour Dressing

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
• 1 tablespoon diced onion
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Preparation

1. Pulse first 6 ingredients in a blender 2 to 3 times or until smooth. With blender running, pour oil through food chute in a slow, steady stream; process until smooth.
2. Red Leaf Lettuce Salad with Sweet-and-Sour Dressing: Combine 1 bunch red leaf lettuce, torn; 1 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds; and 6 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled. Toss with Sweet-and-Sour Dressing just before serving.