Updated Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Updated Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups whole milk; 120 each garlic cloves, peeled, thinly sliced; 2 cups soybean oil; 24 heads romaine lettuce hearts; 24 heads radicchio; 1 qt. vegetable oil; 1 Tbsp. salt; 1-1/2 tsp. pepper; 2-1/4 cups KRAFT Creamy Caesar Dressing; 3/4 cup lemons, peels cut off, seeded and diced Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09; 96 each pumpernickel bread croutons (1 inch); 72 each pancetta, baked until crisp; 1-1/2 cups shaved Parmesan cheese; 1-1/2 cups shaved Asiago cheese; 1-1/2 cups shaved Romano cheese

Servings: persons

2 cups whole milk
120 each garlic cloves, peeled, thinly sliced
2 cups soybean oil
24 heads romaine lettuce hearts
24 heads radicchio
1 qt. vegetable oil
1 Tbsp. salt
1-1/2 tsp. pepper
2-1/4 cups KRAFT Creamy Caesar Dressing
3/4 cup lemons, peels cut off, seeded and diced Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09
96 each pumpernickel bread croutons (1 inch)
72 each pancetta, baked until crisp
1-1/2 cups shaved Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 cups shaved Asiago cheese
1-1/2 cups shaved Romano cheese

1
Pour milk over garlic; let stand 30 min.
2
Drain; rinse and pat dry.
3
Heat soybean oil in medium skillet to 275 degrees F. Add garlic, in small batches; cook until lightly browned, stirring frequently.
4
Drain on paper towels.
5
Set aside.
6
Cut each head of romaine and radicchio lengthwise in half; brush with vegetable oil.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Grill just until lightly charred and slightly wilted, turning as needed.
9
Remove from heat.
10
Reserve half the romaine for garnish.
11
Chop the radicchio and remaining romaine coarsely; place in large bowl.
12
Add dressing, lemon pieces and garlic chips; mix lightly.
13
For each serving: Place 1/2 head of romaine on one side of serving plate.
14
Spoon about 2 cups of salad onto other side of plate.
15
Garnish with 3 slices pancetta, 4 croutons and 1 Tbsp.
16
of each cheese.

7049

kcal

Calories

190

Fat

1149

Carbs

255

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups whole milk, 120 each garlic cloves, peeled, thinly sliced, 2 cups soybean oil, 24 heads romaine lettuce hearts, and more.

Yes, Updated Caesar Salad 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.

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Updated Caesar Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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