Rich & Charlie's Italian Salad Dressing (light)

Submitted by Chris from Kansas

"This is a copy cat of the italian dressing from Rich & Charlie's restaurant in St. Louis. I make it lower fat by using light dressing. Cook time is for chilliing overnight."

 

• Ready In: 8hrs 15mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 10-12

ingredients

• 6 tablespoons parmesan cheese
• 4 tablespoons wine vinegar
• 4 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 3 teaspoons dry mustard
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup light Italian dressing
• 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained
• 1 medium red onion, sliced
• 1 (2 1/2 ounce) jar pimientos

directions

1. Mix all ingredients and let stand overnight.
2. Serve over iceberg and red leaf lettuce.

Reviews

[highcotton]

Excellent! Expecting a dozen guests, I doubled the recipe to be sure there was extra for those who might like lots of dressing. There was tons left over. Not a problem since we've enjoyed leftovers all week, but I think you can count on one batch being enough for 16-18 servings. The only change I'll make next time is to grate the Parmesan on top as I usually do instead of mixing it in. Being totally immersed in the liquid for awhile made it taste slightly soggy.

 

[shougmom]

My uncle made this salad for a party last week - it was definitely the best salad I've ever had! I can't wait to make it!

 

[heidi_roman]

I can't believe I found this when I wasn't looking!! This is my all time favorite salad. Haven't been to Rich & Charlie's in 10 years and I have been CRAVING this all week!! I tried to make it years before, but it was just not quite right---sugar---it's the key. Fantastic!!