Traditional Caesar Salad Recipe
Prepared with Grana Padano (Cow, Italy) and Garlic Croutons
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Dressing Ingredients
Croutons Ingredients
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Romaine Lettuce
Wash the Romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold water. Remove any damaged outer leaves and chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Prepare the Cherry Tomatoes
Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Set aside.
- 3
Grate the Grana Padano
Using a grater, finely grate the Grana Padano cheese and set it aside for topping.
- 4
Combine Salad Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped Romaine lettuce and halved cherry tomatoes. Toss gently to mix.
Dressing Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Dressing
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
- 6
Emulsify the Dressing
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to create an emulsion. Continue whisking until the dressing is thick and creamy.
Croutons Preparation
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 8
Prepare the Baguette
Cut the baguette into small cubes. In a mixing bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.
- 9
Bake the Croutons
Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Stir halfway through to ensure even browning.
Final Assembly
- 10
Toss the Salad
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
- 11
Add Croutons and Cheese
Sprinkle the baked croutons and grated Grana Padano cheese on top of the salad.
- 12
Season and Serve
Finish with a sprinkle of fresh black pepper and serve immediately.
