Moosewood Caesar Dressing

Just made this gem from the Moosewood Daily Special cookbook. Rave reviews from family and friends. Perfect for those who fear anchovies. Great springboard for tangy-dressing options. Would be wonderful on streamed cauliflower.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4-6
• Yields: 1 large salad

Ingredients

• 2  sun-dried tomatoes, softened (not packed in oil)
• 3  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
• 1  tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1  teaspoon capers
• 1  teaspoon  capers  brine
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 2 -3  kalamata olives, pitted and chopped

Directions

1. In a small bowl or ramekin, cover the sun-dried tomatoes with 1/4 cup boiling water and set aside to soak for 10 minutes. Drain and roughly chop the softened sun-dried tomatoes.
2. Place all ingredients in a blender and whirl until smooth.
3. Drizzle dressing on romaine lettuce and toss with optional croutons and Parmesan.
4. Note: I didn't have a lemon so used 3 tablespoons of the tomato water and a couple additional capers.