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This dramatic and flowing train adds a sense of drama and grandeur to your entrance, making you feel like royalty as you walk across the floor

One other (big) thing has changed since my great grandmas time (and all previous years actually) Ive adapted this dressing recipe to cook in my slow cooker using the tips at the bottom of this post from Serious Eats

This dressing goes particularly well over this chipotle BBQ chicken salad made with butter lettuce

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