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Classic Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons
Classic Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons
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Prep Time:
25 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
40 minutes
Elevate your salad game with homemade croutons, crisp romaine, and a decadent Caesar dressing for a gourmet experience at home.
Ingredients:
  • 0.5 (1 pound) loaf sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 anchovy fillets, chopped
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.333 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper, or more to taste
  • 3 romaine - washed, chopped, and chilled
Instructions:
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and place the bread on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Combine oil, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper in a liquid measure, whisk well. Drizzle mixture over the bread and gently toss with your hands until fully coated. Spread bread onto a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake until golden brown and slightly soft in the center, about 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool completely before assembling the salad.
  • In a large salad serving bowl, combine garlic, anchovies, and salt. Mash with a fork until a paste forms. Add egg yolk, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, mixing well. Gradually whisk in olive oil until smooth. Fold in 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Reserve 1/4 cup of the dressing for later use.
  • Just before serving, combine lettuce and half of the croutons with the remaining dressing in the bowl; toss until fully coated. Save the rest of the croutons for later.
  • For added flavor, top the salad with extra Parmesan and pepper, if preferred. Serve promptly.

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