CAESAR SALAD
For a hearty salad, make Food Network Kitchen's Caesar Salad Dressing recipe, then pair it with homemade croutons and crunchy romaine lettuce.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the Caesar salad dressing: Combine the garlic, mustard, vinegar and two pinches of salt in a blender and mix thoroughly. Add the mayonnaise and blend together to form a thick base. In a slow stream add the olive oil through the hole in lid. Scrape the dressing with spatula into a bowl and season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice. If desired, add some anchovy to the dressing to create a deeper, saltier taste.
- For the Caesar salad croutons: Cut the baguette into cubes. Melt the butter in a skillet and add the garlic powder, paprika and pepper. Add the bread cubes and saute just until the bread cubes begin to brown. Set aside to cool.
- Wash and dry the lettuce. In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce, dressing and croutons. Top with freshly grated Parmesan. Toss gently to combine well;
ITALIAN CAESAR SALAD WITH POLENTA CROUTONS
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentis from Everyday Italian Show and the Episode: Italian Salads. We used this recipe for a Dr's meeting here and it was liked by all! I had printed copies of the recipe ready for those who wanted them. We used walnuts instead of the pignoli's (personal preference). There is a 2 hour cooling time or if wanted you can prepare the croutons and salad dressing the day before. Then it assembles easily and quickly! We used the polenta croutons in a salad of mixed greens and they were awesome! The Cubans make their polenta or harina de maiz with garlic and the chef snuck some in when preparing the croutons, turned out great!
Provided by Manami
Categories Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- MAKE THE POLENTA: (Make First).
- Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a heavy large saucepan.
- Add salt.
- Gradually whisk in the cornmeal.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal is tender, stirring often, about 12 to 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat.
- Add the butter, and stir until melted.
- Lightly oil a half sheet pan.
- Transfer the hot polenta to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly to 3/4-inch thick.
- Refrigerate until cold and firm, about 2 hours.
- MAKE THE DRESSING:.
- Finely chop the garlic and anchovies in a food processor.
- Blend in the lemon juice and mustard.
- With the machine running, gradually blend in the oil.
- Season the dressing, to taste, with salt and pepper.
- TO MAKE CROUTONS:
- Cut the polenta into 3/4-inch cubes.
- Pat the polenta cubes dry with paper towels.
- Add enough vegetable oil to a heavy large frying pan to come 1-inch up the sides of the pan.
- Heat the oil over high heat.
- Working in batches of 10, carefully add the polenta cubes to the oil 1 at a time and fry until golden brown, stirring to keep the cubes separate, about 2 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the polenta croutons to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- (The dressing and polenta croutons can be prepared 1 day ahead up to this point.
- Cover the dressing and polenta croutons separately and refrigerate.
- Rewarm the polenta croutons on a baking sheet in a 350 degrees F oven before serving.)
- MAKE THE SALAD:.
- Prepare the barbecue for high heat or grill pan.
- Grill the lettuce until lightly charred, about 2 minutes per side.
- Cut the lettuce into bite-size pieces.
- On a serving platter, mound the grilled chopped lettuce.
- Decoratively scatter the sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts.
- Drizzle with enough dressing to evenly coat.
- Sprinkle Parmesan and scatter the warm polenta croutons over and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 917.3, Fat 55.6, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 28, Sodium 1044.6, Carbohydrate 94, Fiber 18.2, Sugar 7.4, Protein 21.9
CAESAR SALAD WITH CRUNCHY CROUTONS
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the croutons:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Hand-tear the bread into small pieces and put them into a bowl. Add the olive oil, Parmesan, and thyme leaves; season with salt and pepper. Mix this well to combine all the flavors. Spread the cubes out onto a baking sheet and bake until they are golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let them cool before tossing them onto the salad.
- Make the dressing: Put the anchovies, garlic, lemon juice, and water into a blender and process for 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth. With the blender running, pour the olive oil in slowly for the dressing to emulsify. Stir in the Parmesan and a couple of grinds of black pepper. Season, to taste, with salt and set aside. (Refrigerate the dressing if you will not be using it right away.)
- Assemble the salad: Tear the lettuce into a large bowl. Add enough dressing to coat the salad to your liking. Add the croutons and some extra Parmesan and toss the salad well. Serve immediately.
CAESAR SALAD CROUTONS
A fine caesar salad deserves superior croutons. The basic approach is Julia Childs, the embellishments are mine. drain them well.
Provided by Ronald Stirling
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 120 croutons, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine garlic and oil in a small saucepan.
- Simmer until cloves are a light gold color, about 15 minutes.
- Pour oil through a fine sieve, squeeze all juice from cloves, and then discard the solids.
- Set garlic oil aside.
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Lightly oil a baking sheet.
- Arrange bread cubes in a single layer on baking sheet.
- Bake, turning bread cubes periodically, until lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
- In a large, non-stick skillet, melt 1/3 cup ghee with 1/3 cup garlic oil over medium heat.
- Cook toasted bread cubes in batches until light to medium golden brown, turning frequently.
- Add more ghee and garlic oil as needed.
- Turn out into basket lined with paper towels, and drain for about 20 minutes.
- Note: For other uses- garden salad, soup, etcetera- you can add dried herbs of your choice, but if you do, don't use them with a Caesar salad -- too many flavour contrasts.
CAESAR SALAD CROUTONS
A fine Caesar salad is only as good as it's croutons.
Provided by Ronald
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Crouton Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine garlic and oil in a small saucepan. Simmer until cloves are a light gold color, about 15 minutes. Pour oil through a fine sieve, squeeze all juice from cloves, and then discard the solids. Set garlic oil aside.
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Lightly oil a baking sheet.
- Arrange bread cubes in a single layer on baking sheet. Bake, turning bread cubes periodically, until lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
- In a large, non-stick skillet, melt 1/3 cup ghee with 1/3 cup garlic oil over medium heat. Cook toasted bread cubes in batches until light to medium golden brown, turning frequently. Add more ghee and garlic oil as needed. Turn out into basket lined with paper towels, and drain for about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 43.7 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 182.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
PANTRY DINNER SALAD WITH POLENTA CROUTONS
This highly riffable dinner salad features cubes of leftover polenta, tossed in Parmesan, and crisped in a skillet for croutons that are naturally gluten-free, delightfully crunchy on the outside, and warm and creamy on the inside.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk together oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl (or shake together in a small jar). Set aside.
- Pour polenta into a square or rectangular airtight container and spread into an even layer. Let cool, then cover and chill at least 1 hour and up to 1 week. (The polenta will set into a solid block.)
- Turn out polenta onto a cutting board and cut into 1" cubes. Place Parmesan in a wide shallow bowl and, working in batches, toss cubes in cheese to coat. Using your hands, press cheese against edges of polenta to adhere, then transfer to a plate.
- Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high. Working in batches as needed, place as many polenta cubes as will fit in an even layer with 1" space between each in skillet. Let fry, undisturbed, until bottoms are crisp and browned, about 4 minutes. Resist the urge to move the cubes before 3 minutes have passed to avoid pulling the Parmesan coating off the polenta. Turn over one at a time, making sure cubes don't stick together, and repeat cooking process with opposite sides of cubes. Transfer to a plate.
- Toss onion, crunchy vegetables, and salt in a large bowl. Add radicchio, salami (if using), olives, and herbs and toss to combine. Drizzle reserved dressing over and toss gently to coat. Add warm croutons and gently toss again.
CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD WITH HOMEMADE CROUTONS
This homemade Caesar salad is loaded with flavor! Cold, crunchy romaine lettuce and golden brown, toasted croutons are tossed in a briny, rich dressing, delivering a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your home. Serve as a side salad alongside lasagna or grilled steak and potatoes, or add a protein such as grilled salmon, chicken, or shrimp and make it a main dish.
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Categories Caesar Salad
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place bread on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Whisk together oil, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper in a liquid measure. Pour mixture over the bread and toss with your hands until evenly coated. Spread bread mixture into a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and toasted, yet slightly soft in the center, 15 to 18 minutes, tossing croutons a few times during baking. Remove from the oven and let cool completely while you prepare the salad.
- Place garlic, anchovies, and salt in a large salad serving bowl; press the mixture with a fork until a paste forms. Stir in egg yolk, lemon juice, Dijon, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined. Slowly whisk in olive oil until all is incorporated and mixture is well blended and smooth. Stir in 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Remove about 1/4 cup of dressing and set aside for another use.
- When ready to serve, add lettuce and 1/2 of the croutons to the bowl with the remaining dressing; toss until well coated. Reserve remaining croutons for another use.
- Sprinkle salad with additional Parmesan and pepper if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 55.9 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 998.1 mg
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