Bacon Caesar Salad

Name: Bacon Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups cubed day-old bread; 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

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Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Sharon Tipton, Casselberry, Florida

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Updated on Sep. 14, 2023

Family and friends always say my Caesar salad rivals any restaurant version. The addition of bacon is a little untraditional, but it lends a slightly smoky flavor and makes it unique. —Sharon Tipton, Winter Garden, Florida

Chicken Caesar Salad: Top salad with slices of grilled chicken breast.

To make ahead: Prepare the croutons a few days before. Store in an airtight container.

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Bacon Caesar Salad

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Yield:12 servings

Prep:15 min

Cook:5 min

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cubed day-old bread
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

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Directions

1
For croutons, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add bread cubes; cook and stir until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove to paper towels; cool.

2
For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, anchovy paste and pepper.
3
In a serving bowl, combine romaine and bacon. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with croutons and cheese.