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Perfect Caesar Salad Dressing

Name: Perfect Caesar Salad Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1.25 cups.
Ingredients: 3 pasteurized large egg yolks; 2 garlic cloves; 2 tablespoons anchovy paste; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; dash hot pepper sauce; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Makes

1.25 cups

Updated: Apr. 24, 2022

Everyone raves about Caesar salad, but few realize it is so simple to make at home. Add this Caesar dressing on top of chopped romaine lettuce, croutons and parmesan cheese for a perfect salad. —Jane McGlothren, Daphne, Alabama

Perfect Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe photo by Taste of Home

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Ingredients

3 pasteurized large egg yolks
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons anchovy paste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
dash hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a blender, combine the first 10 ingredients; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Chill until serving.

Caesar Dressing Tips

What is Caesar dressing made of?

Caesar dressing is typically made with Worcestershire sauce, anchovies, garlic, olive oil, egg yolks, vinegar, parmesan cheese, lemon, salt and pepper. Once you master this homemade salad dressing, pour it over chopped romaine lettuce, croutons and cheese for a classic Caesar salad. Follow these tips forhow the best Caesar salad.

What can I use Caesar dressing for?

The classic Caesar salad flavor combination works well in so many dishes. Add this dressing to chicken Caesar salad pizza, Caesar salad burgers, Caesar chicken wraps or any of these other recipes for Caesar salad fans!

Do all Caesar dressings have anchovies?

Most Caesar dressings have anchovies in some fashion—either whole or paste. If you're vegetarian or if fish makes you squirm, try substituting anchovies for capers or olives instead. Vegetarians, remember that most Worcestershire sauces also contain anchovies as well. Omit the sauce or use soy or miso sauce instead.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 130 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 328mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.