Panera Caesar Dressing Recipe

🧂 Ingredients

• 1 cup creamy mayonnaise
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
• 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
• 2 small cloves of garlic

  finely minced
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• Juice of one fresh lemon
• 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 teaspoon capers

  finely chopped

Instructions

• 1 Let’s break down the process into easy steps so you can whip this up in no time.
• 2 First, gather all your ingredients on the counter. This helps you see what
  you’re working with and makes you less likely to forget something—an essential
  tip I learned the hard way!
• 3 In a medium bowl, add your 1 cup of creamy mayonnaise and ½ cup of freshly
  grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Grab a whisk and mix these together until
  they’re well combined. The cheese should melt into the mayonnaise, resulting in
  a creamy mixture with a nutty aroma.
• 4 Next, introduce the anchovy paste, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and the juice
  of one fresh lemon into the bowl. This step is crucial because these ingredients
  bring depth and complexity to the dressing. Whisk all these together until they
  are thoroughly blended.
• 5 Now it’s time to add the Dijon-style mustard, Worcestershire sauce, sea salt,
  and cracked black pepper. These elements not only enhance flavor but also
  balance out the richness of the mayonnaise and cheese. Mix well, ensuring
  everything is unified.
• 6 Finish off by folding in the capers, which add a delightful brininess to the
  mix. Give it one final whisk, taste it, and adjust any seasoning if necessary.
  Sometimes I might add a touch more lemon or salt, depending on my mood that day.
• 7 Your homemade Panera Caesar dressing is ready! It’s perfect for drizzling over
  your favorite salad, or try using it in a chicken wrap or as a dip for veggies.
  The options are limitless.

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