Homemade Caesar Salad

Ingredients:

For the Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (or 2-3 anchovy fillets, finely chopped)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

For the Salad:

  • 4 cups Romaine lettuce (chopped)
  • 1 cup croutons
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth. Gradually add the olive oil while whisking to make a creamy dressing.

  2. Prepare the Salad: Chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

  3. Toss the Salad: Pour the Caesar dressing over the lettuce and toss well to coat all the leaves evenly.

  4. Add Croutons and Parmesan: Sprinkle croutons over the salad and top with extra grated Parmesan cheese.

  5. Serve: Serve immediately, and enjoy this homemade Caesar Salad!

This Caesar salad is a classic, creamy, and tangy dish, perfect as a side or a main!