Waldorf Salad
Classic American salad of apple, celery, and walnuts in mayonnaise dressing, created at New York's Waldorf Astoria Hotel.
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Instructions
- 1
Cube apple and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- 2
Slice celery and halve grapes.
- 3
Make dressing with mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar.
- 4
Toss all ingredients with dressing.
- 5
Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.
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