Eggless Caesar Dressing

Directions

1. 1
   Mash the garlic and salt using a large mortar and pestle.
2. 2
   Add the anchovies, zest, capers, mustard, and pepper; mash to form a paste.
3. 3
   Stir in the lemon juice.
4. 4
   Add the oil in a slow, steady stream, working the pestle until emulsified; work in the cheese.
5. 5
   (Or, puree all the ingredients except the oil and cheese in a blender.
6. 6
   Add the oil in a slow, steady stream, blending until emulsified.
7. 7
   Transfer to a bowl; stir in the cheese.)
8. 8
   The dressing can be refrigerated in an airtight container, up to 3 days.
9. 9
   Bring to room temperature before serving.