Caesar Salad Recipe
Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Croutons
Dressing
Toppings
Method
Preparing the Salad Base
- 1
Washing Lettuce
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or grit.
- 2
Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Making the Croutons
- 3
Oven Preheating
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 4
Cutting Bread
Cut the French bread into cubes, approximately 1 inch in size.
- 5
Coating Bread
In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt until they are evenly coated.
- 6
Baking Croutons
Spread the coated bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
Preparing the Dressing
- 8
Mixing Dressing Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic.
- 9
Whisking Dressing
Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
- 10
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Assembling the Salad
- 11
Dressing the Salad
Add the prepared dressing to the lettuce in the salad bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- 12
Adding Croutons
Add the homemade croutons and toss gently to combine.
- 13
Top with additional grated Parmesan cheese before serving.