Hail Caesar
Celebrate the classic Caesar salad with a homemade twist in this 'Hail Caesar' recipe. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, golden garlic-infused croutons, and a luscious, hand-whisked dressing made with egg yolks, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and optional anchovies for a savory kick, this dish is the epitome of fresh flavor and sophisticated simplicity. Topped with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan, this restaurant-quality Caesar salad is perfect for weeknight dinners or as an elegant starter for special occasions. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, 'Hail Caesar' provides an easy yet indulgent way to elevate your salad game. Serve it on chilled plates for maximum crunch and pair it with your favorite protein for a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: Caesar salad recipe, homemade Caesar dressing, garlic croutons, classic Caesar salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 cups Crusty bread
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 fillets Anchovy fillets, chopped (optional)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the crusty bread into bite-sized cubes to make croutons.
In a mixing bowl, toss the bread cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 clove of minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Spread them out on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce leaves. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large salad bowl.
To make the dressing, in a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, remaining minced garlic, and anchovy fillets (if using).
Slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the dressing. Add in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and whisk. Stir in 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Pour the dressing over the chopped romaine lettuce and toss gently to coat every leaf evenly.
Add the cooled croutons and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Serve immediately on chilled plates for maximum crispness and enjoy your homemade Caesar salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 248.5 g | 319% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.2 g | 366% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 72.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 589 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 10042 mg | 437% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.3 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 172.1 g | 344% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.9 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 3335 mg | 257% | |
| Iron | 26.1 mg | 145% | |
| Potassium | 3375 mg | 72% | |
*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.
