Classic Caesar Salad Recipe
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed in creamy Caesar dressing with garlic croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Croutons
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
Prepare the Lettuce
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Add Parmesan
Grate the Parmesan cheese and sprinkle it over the lettuce in the bowl.
Crouton Preparation
Make the Croutons
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the French bread into cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
Bake the Croutons
Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until golden and crispy, stirring occasionally.
Dressing Preparation
Make the Caesar Dressing
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth.
Season the Dressing
Taste the dressing and add salt and black pepper as desired. Adjust to your preferred flavor.
Final Assembly
Combine Salad Ingredients
Pour the dressing over the romaine lettuce and Parmesan cheese. Toss gently to combine.
Add Croutons
Top the salad with the freshly baked croutons and serve immediately.