I originally posted this recipe in 2008 but am reposting it with fresh photographs. 🙂
In a world of ranch dressing, we are Thousand Island people, but not that bottled madness with it’s sharp taste. We love homemade Thousand Island and I must warn you that tasting this version will officially ruin you for that sharp orange stuff they pass off as Thousand Island on the shelves. This is Thousand Island at it’s freshest, creamiest, most flavorful best. One bite of this and you will be spoiled for life. It’s that good.
To make this you’ll need: Mayo of your choice*, Pimentos, Sweet Relish, Chili Sauce, Eggs, and Onion.
*Make sure you use real mayonnaise, not miracle whip.
Place all ingredients in a large bowl.
Stir until fully blended.
Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight to allow flavors to blend before serving.
Dive in and enjoy every fresh and delicious bite!
Ingredients
- 4 cups mayonnaise any kind, just not miracle whip
- 2-4 hard boiled eggs chopped
- 3/4 cup chili sauce
- 1/2 cup pickle relish
- a teaspoon or so of minced onion
- 2.5 ounces diced pimento a little over half of a 4 oz jar
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a large bowl and stir until fully blended. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. If you'd like it a little thinner, you can add a bit of milk. Enjoy!
Nutrition
I have been using this recipe since 1969, right after I got married. It really is the best! I was craving steak and the restaurant we went to shared the recipe with me.
This looks amazing!!! Do you know how long it stays good in the refrigerator?
I would try to use it within five days. It’s sooooo good!
I have never used “chili sauce”? Is it like a ketchup? Is one brand better than another?
Yes it’s like Ketchup as both have a tomato base. But Chili Sauce has other spices. So they are not interchangeable. I like Heinz, but that’s a personal preference. I sure a store brand like Kroger would work just as well. The main thing is thanks compare prices. If there is a lot of difference go with the cheaper one because it’s not like you are going to taste it with all the other ingredients. Now if you are planning on using it on seafood, etc then I would go with my taste preference.
Is this from Mr. Steak?
Sure is!
Wonderful! Do you have any other Mr. Steak recipes? I loved that place.
Ate there many times in the 70’s and early 80’s until they closed. I don’t remember much about the food but you could never forget the Thousand Island dressing. I’ve been looking for this recipe for 30 years! Love it!
Legend’s Realty is now on the spot where Mr. Steak was located on South Parkway.
Do you have mushroom w/cheese sauce recipe from Mr Steak?
Going to try it tomorrow do you have mushroom w/cheese sauce recipe from Mr Steak? They were breaded mushrooms with this amazing cheese sauce sooo good
How much does it make? Don’t know if I need to double.
It makes about five cups 🙂
This looks great, will have to try soon.
Thank you Kay!! I hope you get the chance to make it soon!!
I was born and raised in Huntsville, which steak house was this?
Mr. Steak 🙂
This sounds similar to the special sauce on the hamburgers at some steakhouses. I can’t wait to try it. Thanks, Christy! =^..^=
I hope you get the chance to try it soon Fran!!! I can’t wait to hear what you think!
I made this dressing earlier today and it IS delicious, just as you promised, Christy. I made a note on my copy of your recipe to halve it next time when I won’t have guests. Otherwise, I will be in it with a spoon, too! =^..^=
🙂 I am so glad you liked it Fran!!!