Caesar Salad

I love a Caesar Salad, and this homemade dressing is what makes this salad EXCELLENT.  It is worth the effort.  It's from Kittencal's Kitchen (online).

Ingredients:

Salad:

• 1 large head of romaine lettuce or a 1 lb. bag
• 1/3 C. parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 ½ C. garlic croutons

Dressing:

• ½ T. anchovy paste
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 C. mayonnaise
• ½ C. sour cream
• ¼ C. half and half or milk
• 1/3 C. parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 T. fresh lemon juice, or juice of one lemon
• 1 T. Dijon mustard
• 1 T. Worcestershire sauce
• ½ t. black pepper

Directions:

1. In a food processor, add all of the ingredients for the dressing and process until all ingredients are incorporated (about 30 seconds).
2. Refrigerate the dressing.
3. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, cheese, and dressing.
4. Top with the croutons.

Tips and Tricks:

• Make the dressing the day before you want to serve the salad.  The dressing will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
• You can add the meat of your choice to this salad.  Rotisserie chicken, grilled chicken, or grilled or fried shrimp are GREAT.