Caesar Salad Dressing

Makes about 2 cups / Caesar salad is ubiquitous in restaurants, but how many people take the time to make their own at home? Give this gift either solo, with a big hunk of top-quality Parmesan cheese and a rotary grater, or with your favorite homemade croutons.

4-5 cloves garlic, sliced
3-4 anchovy fillets (optional)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1. Place garlic and anchovy, if using, in a blender or food processor. Process until well chopped. Add remaining ingredients and blend until emulsified. Refrigerate up to two weeks.