Classic Caesar Salad Recipe
romaine, parmesan, housemade garlic croutons
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Garlic Croutons
Dressing
Method
Preparing the Salad Base
- 1
Wash and Chop Romaine
Wash the romaine lettuce under cold water. Remove any wilted or damaged leaves. Pat dry and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Grate Parmesan
Using a grater or a food processor, grate the Parmesan cheese and set aside.
Making the Garlic Croutons
- 3
Prepare the Bread
Cut the bread into small cubes (about 1-inch) and place them in a bowl.
- 4
Mix Garlic and Olive Oil
Mince the garlic cloves and combine in a small bowl with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Toss and Bake Croutons
Drizzle the garlic oil mixture over the bread cubes and toss until evenly coated. Spread the cubes on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown, turning halfway through.
Making the Dressing
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth.
- 7
Emulsify Dressing
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is thick and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Assembling the Salad
- 8
Combine Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic croutons.
- 9
Dress the Salad
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- 10
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
