CAESAR DRESSING

1.     INTRODUCTION

A Caesar salad is a salad of romaine lettuce and croutons dressed with parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and black pepper. The salad's creation is generally attributed to restaurateur Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant who operated restaurants in Mexico and the United States.

2.     MATERIALS AND METHODS

Materials:

·      2 red bell peppers

·     6 cloves garlic, peeled

·      3/4 cup mayonnaise

·      5 anchovy fillets, minced

·      6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

·      1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

·      1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 

Equipment:     

·      Large bowl

·      Blender

Preparation:

1.     Mince 3 cloves of garlic, and combine in a small bowl with mayonnaise, anchovies, 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.

2.     Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cut the remaining 3 cloves of garlic into quarters, and add to hot oil. Cook and stir until brown, and then remove garlic from pan. Add bread cubes to the hot oil. Cook, turning frequently, until lightly browned. Remove bread cubes from oil, and season with salt and pepper.

3.     Place lettuce in a large bowl. Toss with dressing, remaining Parmesan cheese, and seasoned bread cubes.

3.     RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

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4.     CITATION

Family recipe