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.

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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.