Crisp and Fresh Caesar Salad

There’s nothing better than a yummy caesar salad! It’s perfect for lunch and dinner. Here’s an easy recipe to become a supreme caesar chef. If you’re a big cheese lover like us, be sure to add EXTRA parmesan to your croutons and your lettuce!

Thanks for this delicious recipe:

https://natashaskitchen.com/caesar-salad-recipe/

INGREDIENTS

For the Croutons:

• 1/2 French Baguette cut in half and thinly sliced (1/4" thick)

• 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tsp minced garlic 2 small cloves

• 2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Caesar Salad dressing:

• 2 small garlic cloves minced (1 tsp)

• 2 tsp dijon mustard

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 2 tsp fresh lemon juice

• 1 1/2 tsp red wine vinegar

• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

• 1/2 tsp sea salt or to taste

• 1/8 tsp black pepper plus more to serve

For the Caesar Salad:

• 1 large romaine lettuce (or 2 small heads romaine)

• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese shredded or shaved

DIRECTIONS

For the Croutons:

1. Preheat oven to 350˚F.

2. Cut the baguette in half lengthwise through the top of the baguette then slice diagonally into 1/4" thick pieces. Place the breads onto a baking sheet.

3. In a small bowl, combine 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil and 1 tsp of finely minced garlic.

4. Drizzle the garlic oil over the croutons and sprinkle the top with 2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese.

5. Toss until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer over the baking sheet and bake at 350˚F until light golden and crisp (10-12 minutes), or to desired crispness.

Caesar Salad dressing:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, dijon, Worcestershire, lemon juice and red wine vinegar.

2. Slowly drizzle in extra virgin olive oil while whisking constantly.

3. Whisk in 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, or season to taste.

For the Caesar Salad:

1. Rinse, dry and chop or tear the romaine into bite-sized pieces.

2. Place in a large serving bowl and sprinkle generously with shredded parmesan cheese and cooled croutons.

3. Drizzle with caesar dressing and toss gently until lettuce is evenly coated.