Authentic Caesar Salad: E-Z Version Recipe

Name: Authentic Caesar Salad: E-Z Version
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 garlic clove; 1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin if you can find one); 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon anchovy paste; 1 egg; 1/2 fresh lemon; 2 heads romaine lettuce; 5 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated (fresh); 1 cup crouton

Servings: persons

1 garlic clove
1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin if you can find one)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon anchovy paste
1 egg
1/2 fresh lemon
2 heads romaine lettuce
5 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated (fresh)
1 cup crouton

1
Make the dressing with 1/2 of the garlic smashed or minced, oil, salt, mustard, pepper, Worcestershire and anchovy paste. Shake well and refrigerate one hour (or up to 4 days ahead).
2
Rug the inside of a large wooden bowl with the remaining garlic, and discard (the garlic, not the bowl).
3
Just before serving:
4
Nuke coffee cup half full of water to boiling, carefully place egg in hot water for 1 minute.
5
Cool egg (so you can handle it). Crack egg and add to dressing mixture along with lemon juice and shake vigorously, making sure the egg yoke is mixed well.
6
Pour over romaine and toss. Add Parmesan and croutons and serve immediately.

352

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 garlic clove, 1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin if you can find one), 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard, and more.

Yes, Authentic Caesar Salad: E-Z Version falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Authentic Caesar Salad: E-Z Version

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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