Esperanza House Dressing

Creamy herb-Parmesan house dressing with Dijon and Italian seasoning

A creamy, tangy Italian-style house dressing layered with dried herbs, Dijon, and Parmesan. Versatile enough for salads, dipping, or spreading on sandwiches.

Equipment Needed

• Medium mixing bowl
• Whisk

Esperanza House Dressing

A creamy, tangy Italian-style house dressing layered with dried herbs, Dijon, and Parmesan. Versatile enough for salads, dipping, or spreading on sandwiches.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins

Servings: 1.5 Cups

Course: Sauces & Dressings

Cuisine: American Restaurant-Style

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Main

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional) optional
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional) optional

Method

 

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, and white vinegar until smooth and creamy.
2. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, parsley, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add Dijon mustard and Parmesan if using and mix until fully combined.
3. For a smoother texture, blend in a blender or food processor until fully emulsified.
4. Transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
5. Serve over salads, use as a dipping sauce, or spread on sandwiches.

How to Know It's Done

Cook's Notes

• This dressing improves significantly after 24 hours in the refrigerator as the herbs fully hydrate and the flavors round out.