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Creamy Garlic Dressing


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x

Description

This creamy garlic dressing is perfect for salads and dips, bringing a rich flavor with a touch of tanginess.


Ingredients

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  • 1 egg yolk from a pasteurized egg, room temperature
  • 12 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp anchovy paste or 4 anchovy fillets finely minced
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
  • ½ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 1 cup olive oil (240ml)
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan (25g) or nutritional yeast (30g) – optional

Instructions

  1. Add all of your ingredients except the oil (& parmesan/nutritional yeast, if using) to a large mason jar.
  2. Put your immersion blender all the way in the jar and blend everything together until it starts to emulsify.
  3. Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the mixture. Blend and slowly pull up the blender as you go. The dressing will thicken and become creamy after a minute or two.
  4. Add the parmesan cheese if using and blend again to combine. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as you see fit.
  5. Add everything except for the oil (and parmesan/nutritional yeast if using) to a blender and blend on a low speed for about 10-30 seconds to combine.
  6. With the blender still running on low speed, slowly pour the olive oil into the blender through the feeding cap on top in a steady stream.
  7. Stop the blender and scrape down the sides. Add the parmesan (if using) then blend once more on a low speed for a few seconds. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as you see fit.

Notes

  • This dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic based on your preference for a stronger or milder flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauces
  • Method: Blending

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg