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Homemade Caesar Dressing

Author: Tiffany, Mornington Lane
This creamy Homemade Caesar Dressing is the one to try if you’ve ever thought of making your own salad dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American, French, Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • ⅓ cup Olive oil
  • ¼ cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper, coarse ground
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire, Lea & Perrins recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, Maille Dijon Original Mustard recommended
  • 1 Garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, fresh squeezed

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, add the Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt and black pepper. Whisk well to blend.
  • Add the olive oil, mustard, garlic, lemon juice, mayonnaise, and Worcestershire sauce. Whisk well to fully combine and thoroughly blend.
  • Taste test to see if you need more black pepper, salt or Worcestershire. Season to taste.
  • Serve over a bed of romaine lettuce. Top with fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano and, if desired, croutons. For a tangy addition, gently hand squeeze a little lemon juice over the top.

Notes

Notes and Substitutions:
  • Substitute Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise.
  • Use avocado or coconut oil instead of olive oil.
  • Add anchovy paste if the Worcestershire sauce you use does not contain it and you like the flavor.
 
Storage Instructions:
Homemade Caesar dressing should be stored in a sealable container in the refrigerator for up to a couple days.
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