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Easy Homemade Caesar Dressing

A creamy, tangy Caesar dressing made with garlic, lemon, Parmesan, and anchovies — just like your favorite restaurant version, but even better at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Condiment, Dressing
Cuisine: Italian-American, Salad
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large egg yolk (or 1 tbsp mayonnaise)
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 fillets anchovies (or 1 tsp anchovy paste)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons
  • Glass jar or container

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolk, Dijon mustard, anchovy, and garlic until smooth.
  2. Add lemon juice and whisk again to combine.
  3. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify into a creamy dressing.
  4. Stir in Parmesan, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 5 days.