Classic Caesar Salad Recipe
Romaine lettuce, house-made croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, house-made caesar dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Croutons
Caesar Dressing
Method
Preparing the Croutons
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare Baguette
Cut the baguette into small cubes, about 1 inch in size.
- 3
- 4
Bake Croutons
Spread the coated baguette cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
Making the Dressing
- 5
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, add mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic clove, salt, and black pepper.
- 6
Whisk Together
Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper to taste.
Assembling the Salad
- 7
Prepare Romaine Lettuce
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- 8
Combine Salad Ingredients
In a large bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan cheese, and homemade croutons.
- 9
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is coated.
- 10
Serve
Serve the salad immediately, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
