Instructions: This unusual salad dressing was discovered in a letter written by a Miss Eliza Acton dated 22 May 1845, to a Mrs Dolittle (no, not the other Eliza).

In the letter, Miss Acton wrote, "as this salad is the result of great experience and reflexion (her spelling) it is hoped that young salad makers will not attempt to make any improvement on it." So there!

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly before serving.

I wouldnt dream of modifying Miss Actons receipt - you can if you dare - because I have to admit, it is rather good with a fresh green salad.

*Note: Sallet was the old English word for salad from around 1588 to about the middle of the 1800s.

Handy Hint:
To make sure that there are no little slugs or snails hiding in your fresh produce, soak them in ice cold water containing 1 tablespoon of vinegar, for 30 mins.

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