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Creamy Homemade Caesar Dressing

A rich, garlicky, and tangy Caesar dressing made from scratch with mayonnaise, Parmesan, lemon, and anchovy paste, perfect for salads and dips.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Condiment, Dressing, Salad
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Caesar Dressing
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.5 tsp anchovy paste optional
  • 2-3 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, Parmesan, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovy paste until smooth.
  2. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender. Adjust garlic and lemon to taste for personal preference.