Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing

The Dressing Worth Making Yourself

There is a particular satisfaction in making something from scratch that most people reach for in a bottle. Caesar dressing is one of those quiet acts of intention — a few patient spoonfuls of this, a careful balance of that, and suddenly something far more alive than anything shelf-bound. It has an edge, a depth, a gentle salinity that seems to sharpen everything it touches. This is the version worth memorizing.

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon Alessi Garlic Puree
• 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• Alessi Sea Salt and Ground Black Pepper, to taste
• Romain lettuce, torn (optional)
• Croutons (optional)

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl combine garlic, anchovy paste, lemon juice, Dijon and Worcestershire.
2. Add mayonnaise and whisk until evenly blended, then stir in cheese.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Serve over chilled lettuce and crispy croutons.