Soup, Salad & Garlic Toast - Caesar Recipe
Make Soup, Salad & Garlic Toast - Caesar Recipe in just 35m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Soup (Tomato Basil Bisque)
Salad (Classic Caesar for two)
Garlic Toast
Method
Soup (Tomato Basil Bisque)
- 1
- 2
Add tomatoes and simmer
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stock, stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- 3
Blend and finish
Stir in the sugar, salt, pepper and most of the basil (reserve a few leaves for garnish). Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer in batches to a blender and purée until smooth. Return to low heat, stir in the heavy cream and warm through (do not boil) for 3–4 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 4
Keep warm
Keep the soup on the lowest heat setting, covered, while you prepare salad and garlic toast so everything can be served hot.
Salad (Classic Caesar for two)
- 5
Prepare dressing
In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped anchovies (if using), Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and mayonnaise. Whisk until smooth. Slowly whisk in the extra-virgin olive oil until emulsified. Stir in half of the grated Parmesan. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- 6
Toss salad
Place the chopped romaine in a large mixing bowl. Add the croutons and pour about two-thirds of the dressing over the lettuce. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat—add more dressing if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning. Transfer to two plates or a single serving bowl and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan over the top.
Garlic Toast
- 7
Make garlic butter
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, combine softened butter, grated garlic, chopped parsley and salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
- 8
Assemble and bake
Spread about 1/2 tablespoon of garlic butter evenly on each bread slice. Place slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden and butter has melted, about 6–8 minutes. For extra color, switch to broil for 30–60 seconds—watch carefully to avoid burning.
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Serve
Remove garlic toast from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm alongside the soup and Caesar salad.
