Prepare your taste buds for an epicurean adventure with this 'Caesar's Triumph Salad', a classic Caesar salad recipe inspired by Bon Appétit's finest recommendations. Revel in the heartiness of crisp romaine hearts, delight in the richness of a homemade creamy anchovy dressing, and savor the crunchy goodness of hand-torn croutons. Let's begin our culinary quest!
Ingredients:
For the Dressing:
- 1 clove garlic
- 6 anchovy fillets
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large egg yolks
- 3/4 teaspoon mustard (preferably Dijon)
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Croutons:
- 3 cups rustic bread (preferably a day old), hand-torn into pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Salad:
- 3 romaine hearts, leaves separated and cleaned
- Extra Parmesan cheese shavings for garnish
Equipment:
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or immersion blender
- Cutting board and knife
- Baking sheet
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (croutons baked, if desired)
Total Time: 20 minutes (excluding additional time if baking croutons)
Servings: 4
Instructions:
1. Begin by making the Caesar dressing. On a cutting board, finely chop the garlic and anchovy fillets together with a pinch of salt until they form a paste. Transfer this paste to a mixing bowl.
2. To the same bowl, add the egg yolks, mustard, and lemon juice. Whisk until well combined.
3. Slowly stream in the vegetable or canola oil from a height to achieve a steady drizzle, which will help emulsify the dressing and thicken it. Whisk continuously until the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.
4. Stir in the olive oil, then fold in the grated Parmesan. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Set aside.
5. For the croutons, in a large bowl, toss the hand-torn pieces of bread with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. You can either bake them at 375°F (190°C) until golden and crispy or enjoy them as is for added texture.
6. In a large salad bowl, toss the romaine hearts with the homemade Caesar dressing. Use your hands to ensure the leaves are thoroughly coated.
7. Taste the salad for seasoning, and adjust with more salt, black pepper, or a squeeze of lemon juice if needed.
8. Plate the dressed romaine hearts, and generously top them with additional Parmesan shavings.
9. Indulge in the merriment of tossing and plating your very own Caesar's Triumph Salad.
Cooking Tips:
- If preferred, the egg yolks can be omitted or replaced with your favorite mayonnaise for a similar creamy consistency.
- Baking croutons adds an extra step but provides a satisfying crunch in every bite.
- Adjust the amount of anchovies to suit your taste for that unmistakeable Caesar salad umami flavor.
Recipe by Bon Appétit, visit their YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@bonappetit for more culinary inspirations.
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