Condiments

Homemade Caesar Dressing

Name: Homemade Caesar Dressing
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups homemade mayo; Minced garlic, to taste (at least 5 cloves); Juice of 1½ lemons; 2 tsp anchovy paste; 1 tbsp Worcestershire; 2 tsp black pepper; ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan (no anti-caking agents — grate your own if you can)

Rich, lemony, garlicky and unapologetically bold.

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This Caesar dressing has earned its keep.

I’ve made it countless times and it never misses.

Friends, family, clients — it’s always the thing people ask about again.

Rich, lemony, garlicky, unapologetically bold — and yes, it’s the backbone of this chicken Caesar pita.

Homemade Caesar Dressing

Recipe: Homemade Caesar Dressing

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Ingredients & Method

2 cups homemade mayo
Minced garlic, to taste (at least 5 cloves)
Juice of 1½ lemons
2 tsp anchovy paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire
2 tsp black pepper
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan (no anti-caking agents — grate your own if you can)

Kara’s Notes

That’s it. No shortcuts. No bottled dressing energy.

Just a classic done right — the kind that makes people go back for seconds.

https://karajonescooks.com/recipes/homemade-caesar-dressing/ · Recipe by Kara Jones Cooks

Good to know

This rich and bold homemade Caesar dressing blends mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, plenty of garlic, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and freshly grated Parmesan. It offers a bright, savory flavor perfect for tossing with greens or using as a dip.

Substitutions

Store-bought mayonnaise instead of homemade mayo
Finely minced canned anchovy fillets in place of anchovy paste
Bottled lemon juice if fresh lemons are not on hand
Store-bought grated Parmesan if freshly grated block cheese is unavailable

Storage & reheating

Keep the dressing stored in a sealed container or jar in the refrigerator. Stir well before serving if any separation occurs. Reheating is not recommended for mayonnaise-based cold dressings.

Common questions

How much garlic is recommended for this Caesar dressing?

The recipe calls for minced garlic to taste, with a recommended minimum of at least 5 cloves for a bold garlic flavor.

Why is freshly grated Parmesan recommended over pre-packaged cheese?

Grating Parmesan directly from a block avoids anti-caking agents found in some pre-packaged cheeses, allowing for better blending.

Can the anchovy paste be adjusted?

The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of anchovy paste to deliver a savory, traditional Caesar profile alongside the Worcestershire and garlic.

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