This Creamy Italian Dressing is an easy and versatile recipe that’s a must for your go-to recipe arsenal. It can be tailored to your preferences by adding or subtracting ingredients to elevate almost any dish’s tangy and savory flavor. So, try it out today and impress your family and friends with your homemade dressing skills!
Mix the mayonnaise, vinegar, parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and sugar in a medium bowl until well combined. Add the Italian seasoning blend and whisk until everything is fully incorporated.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking continuously until all the ingredients are combined and fully emulsified. You’re looking for the dressing to become thick with a smooth and creamy consistency that does not separate.
KITCHEN NOTES
This recipe can be easily doubled and made with ingredient substitutions to taste.Footnotes:[1] We recommend using a fine mesh microplane grater for grating the parmesan cheese to make the dressing have the smoothest consistency. Adjust to TasteYou can add more olive oil to your preference for a thinner consistency. If you prefer a thicker dressing, you can add more mayonnaise. For an extra punch of flavor, stir in some lemon juice or a few red pepper flakes.This creamy Italian dressing can be used for dressing your favorite salads or as a dip for vegetables and chips. It is also delicious on sandwiches, burgers, and as a marinade for chicken or fish. Once made, this dressing can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.