Caesar Salad is a classic and timeless dish, showcasing crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing, adorned with Parmesan cheese shavings, croutons, and a hint of garlic. Its harmonious blend of textures and bold flavors makes it a perennial favorite among salad enthusiasts.
Ingredients:
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4 Heads of Romaine
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2 Egg Yolks
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1 Garlic Clove
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1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
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1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
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2 Lemons
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1 Loaf of Crusty Bread
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Olive or Avocado Oil
Directions:
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Put the yolks, garlic, Worcestershire, and about 2 tbl of the grated parmesan in a blender; blend on low for about a minute. With the blender still running, add the avocado oil in a slow stream until the dressing looks sufficiently creamy (the more you add, the thicker or creamier it gets). Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon to start, and see if it could take a second lemon.
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Cut the bread into 1” cubes. Toss with the oil and salt, and roast in a pretty hot oven for about 10 minutes, until the bread is crusty and crunchy.
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Cut the romaine lengthwise into thirds, then cut those thirds crosswise into ½” pieces. Toss the romaine with the dressing, the remainder of the parmesan, and the croutons, massaging the dressing all over the lettuce with your (clean) hands.
Pro Tip:
For an extra layer of flavor, consider grating some additional parmesan cheese over the finished Caesar salad just before serving. The added parmesan enhances the overall taste and provides a delightful finishing touch.
4 Servings