Classic Caesar Salad from Cuisine at Home
Elevate your salad game with the *Classic Caesar Salad from Cuisine at Home*, a timeless recipe that combines crisp romaine lettuce, golden homemade croutons, and a velvety, from-scratch Caesar dressing. This recipe shines with its bold flavors, thanks to ingredients like anchovy fillets, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and a touch of Dijon mustard, all emulsified to perfection for a creamy dressing. The crunchy croutons, baked with a hint of butter, add irresistible texture, while the freshly tossed greens ensure every bite is vibrant and refreshing. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this homemade Caesar salad is perfect as a starter or a light main course. Serve this crowd-pleaser immediately for maximum flavor and enjoy a dish that’s as comforting as it is sophisticated.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cups Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 pieces Anchovy fillets
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 cups Day-old bread
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes to make croutons. Toss them with melted butter and a pinch of salt, then bake on a sheet pan for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
In a small food processor, blend the anchovy fillets, garlic, and lemon juice until smooth. Add Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and the egg yolk, and blend again.
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified and creamy.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to taste.
Drizzle the homemade dressing over the romaine lettuce and gently toss to coat evenly.
Top the salad with the cooled croutons and additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.7 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.0 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 325 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 7165 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 287.0 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.5 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 98.9 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 1831 mg | 141% | |
| Iron | 35.1 mg | 195% | |
| Potassium | 3322 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
