Caesar Salad Recipe
Classic Caesar salad with homemade dressing.
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Ingredients
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Salad
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare Romaine Lettuce
Wash and dry the Romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add Croutons and Cheese
Add the croutons to the bowl with the chopped lettuce, then sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- 3
Season with Pepper
Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper over the salad to taste.
Dressing Preparation
- 4
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, egg yolk, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- 5
Emulsify Dressing
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the dressing until it is creamy and smooth.
- 6
Season Dressing
Add salt to the dressing to taste, adjusting as necessary.
Combine Salad and Dressing
- 7
Dress the Salad
Pour the homemade dressing over the prepared salad and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor. Enjoy your classic Caesar salad!