Basic Caesar Dressing
Yield: 1 cup
Caesar Dressing is the common dressing for a Caesar salad. Toss some romaine lettuce, fresh croutons, freshly grated Parmesan cheese and the Caesar dressing together. Viola! An instant Caesar Salad that everyone will love.
Ingredients
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup lemon juice
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Equipment
Food processor or medium bowl
Whisk
Measuring cups and spoons
Preparation
In a blender or food processor combine all the ingredients. Blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. The dressing can be prepared up to 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
Variations
-If your feeling ambitious add 1 to 2 anchovy fillets and a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to enhance the flavor.