A classic Caesar salad made with a homemade Caesar dressing

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Indulge in the traditional flavors of a Caesar salad with this recipe featuring a creamy homemade Caesar dressing. The crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and savory Parmesan cheese are perfectly complemented by the tangy and zesty dressing.

Ingredients

  • 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup croutons
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, anchovy fillets, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss romaine lettuce with croutons and grated Parmesan cheese.
  4. Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • The original Caesar salad was created by Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant living in California, in the 1920s.
  • Anchovies are a key ingredient in traditional Caesar dressing, adding a rich umami flavor.