Blue Cheese Dressing

8 oz. blue cheese or gorgonzola cheese crumbled
2/3 cup sour cream
2/3 cup buttermilk
½ cup mayonnaise
2 T White wine vinegar
½ tsp. black pepper
6 strips of fried bacon crumbled

Mix all ingredients in a bowl and whisk together.  Cover and refrigerate

Serve on a wedge of lettuce, season with freshly ground black pepper and garnish with crispy bacon bits.

Citrus, Strawberry and Avocado Salad

Place greens on a large platter. Top with orange slices, avocado, strawberry slices and red onion rings.

Scatter with goat cheese, then drizzle lightly with dressing. Pass extra dressing in a cruet or small pitcher at the table.

Strawberry Poppy Seed Dressing

Place all dressing ingredients except canola oil and poppy seeds in a blender container.  Process for 1-2 minutes on high or until very smooth.

Transfer to a medium-size bowl. Add canola oil in a slow, steady stream while vigorously stirring with a fork or whisk. Stir in poppy seeds. Taste and add a bit more honey, salt and/or pepper, if needed.

Serve with the Citrus Strawberry and Avocado Salad.