Olive Garden Italian Salad Dressing

Thanks to Cheryl for this recipe!

1/2 cup white vinegar

1/3 cup water

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1/4 cup light corn syrup

2 1/2 T. grated Romano cheese

2 T. dry pectin (to thicken the dressing)

2 T. beaten egg

1 1/4 t. salt

1 t. fresh lemon juice

1/2 t. minced garlic

1/4 t. dried parsley flakes or use up to 1 t. fresh finely shopped parsley

pinch of dried oregano

pinch of crushed re pepper flakes

Combine all ingredients in blender and blend on low speed for about 30 seconds. Chill and serve over mixed salad greens.

Yield: 1 1/2 cups