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I love to order Caesar salad when I go out to dinner, but I never was able to duplicate that wonderful taste at home. Bottled Caesar dressings never seemed to satisfy, and boxed croûtons never had the same flavor or crunch. Finally, one day I came across this recipe in my Mother's recipe box. It is simple enough that anyone can make it, but tastes just as good as the ones you get at an Italian restaurant. Serve it as a starter, a side dish, or even top it with some grilled chicken or shrimp and serve as a meal. I think Caesar Cardini, himself (inventor of Caesar salad...not Julius Caesar, as some people like to think) would approve!
Croûtons:
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 cups 1/2-inch cubes of fresh French or Italian bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
Dressing:
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
6 flat anchovies, rinsed, patted dry, and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 tablespoons water
Salad:
1 head romaine lettuce, trimmed and torn into bite-size pieces
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Croûtons:
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, toss bread cubes with oil and seasonings. Mix well. Pour into baking sheet. Separate pieces so they do not stick together. Bake for 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
Dressing:
In a blender, add garlic, anchovies, lemon juice, mayonnaise, and salt. Blend until smooth. While running, remove small cap from blender top and begin adding a steady stream of oil. Blend until completely combined. Add water and blend once more.
Salad:
In a large bowl, toss romaine with dressing, croûtons, and Parmesan cheese. Add a light sprinkle of pepper. Toss again. Sprinkle top with Parmesan cheese again. Ready to serve!
linkev says:
I like this recipe because it does not ask for raw egg. I will definitely try this. Thanks for sharing.
CREAMPUFF says:
IT SOUNDS DELICIOUS, I'M ALWAYS LOOKING FOR A GOOD CAESAR SALAD RECIPE. GONNA TRY IT OUT THIS WEEKEND! THANK YOU SARAH!
Rosey says:
Having family & friends over tonight for Shrimp Caesar Salad. This looks so much tastier than what we usually do. Thanks!
rmay says:
Works fine without the anchovies, gleliewafer. Might want to add a few pinches of salt to compensate for the saltiness they add to the dressing.
gstnst says:
You can also use anchovie paste instead of anchovies. Taste great and the paste keeps in your frig. or a long time.
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