Bacon Caesar Salad Recipe

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Family and friends always say my Caesar salad rivals any restaurant version. The addition of bacon lends a slightly smoky flavor and makes it unique.—Sharon Tipton, Orlando, Florida

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Bacon Caesar Salad Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield: 12 Servings

15 5 20

Ingredients

2 cups cubed day-old bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, sliced
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons anchovy paste
Dash pepper
SALAD:
1 large bunch romaine, torn
4 Wright® Brand Bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

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1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, cook bread cubes in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove to paper towels; cool.
For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, anchovy paste and pepper. In a serving bowl, combine romaine and bacon. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with croutons and cheese. Yield: 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

To Make Ahead: Prepare the croutons a few days before. Store in an airtight container.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 158 calories, 14 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 229 mg sodium, 6 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Originally published as Bacon Caesar Salad in Taste of Home Christmas Annual Annual 2010, p26

Keeping Lettuce Fresh

To store lettuce to keep it crisp and fresh, wash lettuce in cold water and drain very well. Use a “salad spinner” or pat it dry with paper towels. Store in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container with a dry paper towel in the bottom to absorb any leftover moisture. (Be certain to replace the towel if it gets wet.) For extra-crispy salads, you may want to use a lettuce variety like romaine that’s naturally more crisp.