About
Caesar Salad has a fervent fanbase, and for good reason! This salad is the perfect mixture of crunchy lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, and sharp parmesan cheese. And who can resist homemade croutons? No one, that's who! You'll love this classic Caesar Salad with delicious and crunchy homemade croutons all year long.
Ingredients
- For the croutons:
- 3 cups hearty bread, such as French baguette, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the salad:
- 1 head romaine lettuce, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup Caesar salad dressing, store-bought or homemade
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, freshly shaved
Directions
Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 -Place the bread pieces onto a baking tray.
Step 3 -Drizzle the bread pieces with the olive oil.
Step 4 -Sprinkle the bread with the garlic powder and the salt, mixing well to evenly coat all of the bread.
Step 5 -Bake the bread pieces until it is golden-brown and crispy, about 15-20 minutes. Mix the bread pieces once or twice while they bake to make sure that they do not burn.
Step 6 -Transfer the croutons from the oven and let them cool.
Step 7 -In a large mixing bowl, add the lettuce and the salad dressing, mixing to coat the lettuce evenly.
Step 8 -Sprinkle the salad with the shaved parmesan cheese and the croutons and serve.

Grocery Prices Are Out of Control — These Tricks Will Help
Sponsored

15 Sheet Cake Recipes
By: Jennifer A.

The Dumb Money Mistake You’re Probably Still Making
Sponsored

13 Sheet-Pan Recipes
By: Rosa L.

Papa's Meatball Bake
Main Courses

9x13 Dinner Recipes
By: Rosa L.

Easy Peanut Butter Fudge
Desserts

15 Spring Veggie Recipes
By: Jennifer A.

Double-Yum Casserole
Side Dishes

15 Retro Recipes
By: Jennifer A.

Brown Butter Pasta
Main Courses

12 Mother's Day Treats
By: Rosa L.

Chili Pot Pie
Main Courses

12 Mother's Day Dishes
By: Jennifer A.

Holiday Magic Short Rib Pasta
Main Courses

12 St. Pat's Day Recipes
By: Jennifer A.

Grammy's Chicken Cobbler Bake
Main Courses

15 Spring Recipes
By: Rosa L.

Mac N' Cheese Boats
Main Courses

Taste the World in 10 Dishes
By: Robert W.

Homestyle Salisbury Steaks
Main Courses

10 Valentine's Day Treats
By: Jennifer A.

Coral Reefer Shrimp Salad
Soups & Salads

8 Super Bowl® Drink Recipes
By: Robert W.

Smothered Southern Grits
Main Courses

12 Super Bowl® Dip Recipes
By: Rosa L.

Oh-My Ham
Main Courses

18 Tater Tot Recipes
By: Ashley S.