Caesar Salad

 Classic Caesar Salad Recipe

           "This recipe brings the iconic Classic Caesar Salad to your table. Crisp romaine lettuce is tossed in a creamy, flavorful dressing made with egg yolk, garlic, anchovy, Dijon, lemon, and olive oil, then topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and crunchy homemade croutons. 1  It's a simple yet elegant salad with a rich history, perfect as a light meal or a sophisticated starter."   

                               

Ingredients:

For the Dressing:

• 1 egg yolk (or use 1 tbsp mayo as a substitute)
• 2 anchovy fillets (or 1 tsp anchovy paste)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and black pepper to taste

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For the Salad:

• 1 large head of romaine lettuce, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese shavings
• Freshly ground black pepper
• For the Croutons:
• 2 cups cubed day-old bread (French or sourdough)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, smashed
• Salt to taste

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Instructions:

1. Make the Croutons:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Toss bread cubes with olive oil, smashed garlic, and a pinch of salt.
• Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes, stirring once, until golden and    crisp. Let cool.

2. Make the Dressing:

•  In a mixing bowl, mash anchovies and garlic into a paste.
• Add egg yolk, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth.
• Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking constantly until emulsified.
• Stir in grated Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Assemble the Salad:

• In a large bowl, toss romaine lettuce with enough dressing to coat.
• Add croutons and Parmesan shavings.

Finish with freshly ground black pepper and a bit more cheese if desired.

Tips:

• For extra flavor, rub the salad bowl with a cut garlic clove before tossing.

• Use high-quality olive oil and Parmesan for best results.

• Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier version.