*Homemade Chipotle Caesar Dressing*

So, you know how people say if you get a salad with Caesar Dressing you might as well eat a burger?  Well, that is extremely close to true. However, I decided to make an exception to the rule for the girls dinner I had over the holiday, and my gosh it was worth it!  If you are a Caesar dressing fan & like a slight kick of chipotle flavor this is the dressing for you (sparingly;)).  And, it is totally worth the effort.  I used light mayo based w/olive oil & tried to use as light as ingredients as possible.  Don't forget to roast your head of garlic beforehand or when you first start to make the dressing.  If you're not sure how to roast garlic follow this link. 

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons light mayonnaise

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 

1/4 small red onion, coarsely chopped

6 cloves roasted garlic

3 anchovies (yes, ALL Caesar's have anchovies...just do it)

1 chipotle in adobo

2-3 dashes hot sauce

1 to 2 tablespoons honey

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup canola oil

Directions:

Place mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire, vinegar, onion, garlic, anchovies, chipotle, hot sauce, honey and salt and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the oil and blend until emulsified. Add the Parmesan and blend a few seconds longer. 

 Now just shred your romaine, top it with shredded parmesan & croutons ...toss in the dressing & serve!