Traditional Caesar Salad

Step 1

In small sauce pan, heat butter, olive oil, and garlic from top of recipe.

Step 2

When butter is melted, remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Remove garlic, toss bread cubes with butter mixture.

Step 4

Spread on baking sheet and bake at 350 F shaking pan once or twice, until croutons are golden brown (about 10 minutes).

Step 5

Set aside.

Step 6

In large wooden salad bowl, run garlic clove around the inside of the bowl.

Step 7

Mash together the 4 cloves of garlic and the 1/2 tsp salt until they form a paste.

Step 8

Whisk in lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Mash anchovy fillets in small bowl until they form a paste.

Step 10

Add anchovy paste to garlic mixture and whisk well.

Step 11

Add 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil in a slow steady stream, whisking constantly.

Step 12

Add coddled eggs and whisk until blended.

Step 13

Add romaine pieces and croutons, and toss until coated with dressing.

Step 14

Sprinkle on Parmesan cheese and toss lightly.

Step 15

Serve immediately.