Classic Caesar Recipe
Chopped Romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese & house-made croutons. Served with caesar dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Croutons
Caesar Dressing
Method
Preparing Croutons
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare Bread
Cut the slices of bread into small cubes, approximately 1-inch in size.
- 3
Season Bread
In a mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Toss until the bread is evenly coated.
- 4
Bake Croutons
Spread the seasoned bread cubes onto a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Stir halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Making Caesar Dressing
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, add mayonnaise, lemon juice, anchovy paste, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- 6
Whisk Dressing
Whisk the ingredients together until well combined and smooth. Season with black pepper to taste.
Assembling the Salad
- 7
Chop Romaine
Wash the Romaine lettuce thoroughly, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- 8
Combine Salad Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, add the chopped Romaine lettuce, grated Parmesan cheese, and homemade croutons.
- 9
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated.
- 10
Serve
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.