Modern Caesar Salad Recipe

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Robust flavor distinguishes this recipe recommended by Dorothy Pritchett of Wills Point, Texas. "I've had several versions of Caesar salad but like this one best," she says.

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Modern Caesar Salad Recipe

Prep: 15 min. + chilling Bake: 1 hour

Yield: 6-8 Servings

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Ingredients

3 slices bread
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
8 cups torn romaine and leaf lettuce
1/2 cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Directions

Cut bread into 1-in. cubes and place on a baking sheet. Toast at 225° for 1-2 hours or until crisp, turning occasionally. Meanwhile, combine the oil, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper in a jar with tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate for several hours.
In a large salad bowl, toss lettuce, cheeses and croutons. Shake the dressing; pour over the salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 194 calories, 17 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 7 mg cholesterol, 295 mg sodium, 7 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 5 g protein.

Originally published as Modern Caesar Salad in Taste of Home June/July 1996, p45