Name: Classic Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 2 large heads romaine lettuce, washed, dried and torn into bite-sized pieces; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 large eggs, coddled for 1 minute in boiling water; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 4 anchovy fillets, minced (or 2 teaspoons anchovy paste); 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 cups day-old bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Prepare the croutons

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss bread cubes with melted butter and spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crisp. Set aside to cool.
Make the dressing

In a medium bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, anchovy fillets, Dijon mustard, coddled eggs, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice until well combined. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify. Stir in 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese and black pepper.
Assemble the salad

Place the romaine lettuce in a large salad bowl. Pour half of the dressing over the lettuce and toss gently to coat the leaves evenly. Add more dressing as needed, being careful not to overdress the salad.
Add finishing touches

Add the croutons to the dressed lettuce and toss lightly. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top. Serve immediately on chilled plates with extra Parmesan on the side if desired.
Optional presentation

For a more dramatic presentation, arrange whole romaine leaves on plates, drizzle with dressing, and top with croutons and Parmesan. Alternatively, you can serve the salad in the traditional style by preparing it tableside in a wooden bowl.

Classic Caesar Salad

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