Bacon Caesar Salad

Name: Bacon Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12 servings (3/4 cup each).
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 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled; 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

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, Casselberry, Florida

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 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
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.

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

Nutrition Facts

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

Originally published as Ceasar Salad in Taste of Home Christmas Annual 2010

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justmbeth

Sep 18, 2017

Nice simple salad when I'm not in the mood for bottled dressing. My intention was to make the homemade croutons...but my day-old bread disappeared. Can't wait to try again with the homemade croutons.