3. Recipe
Romaine lettuce, croutons, house made Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Caesar Dressing
Method
Preparing the Salad
- 1
Wash and Chop Lettuce
Rinse the romaine lettuce under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Shake off excess water and chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
- 3
Grate Parmesan Cheese
Use a cheese grater to shred or grate the parmesan cheese until you have about half a cup. Set aside.
Making the Caesar Dressing
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Whisk and Emulsify
Whisk the ingredients together until smooth. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create an emulsified dressing.
- 6
Taste and Adjust Seasoning
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or black pepper to taste.
Assembling the Salad
- 7
Combine Salad Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, and grated parmesan cheese.
- 8
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the prepared Caesar dressing over the salad mixture, using a generous amount according to your taste preference.
- 9
Toss and Serve
Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing. Serve immediately as a side dish or a light main course.