Cheesecake Factory Caesar Salad Recipe
Follow this Cheesecake Factory Caesar Salad Recipe ingredients and directions to make the perfect Caesar Salad like Cheesecake Factory restaurant.
Equipment & Tools
- Oven
- 2 Mixing Bowl
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring Cup
- Measuring Spoon
- Stirring Spoon
- Glass Bowl
Ingredients
For the Croutons:
- 1 French Baguette, cut in half and thinly sliced
- 6 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ¼ cup 4C Grated Parmesan Cheese, Recommended
- 2 tsp Minced Garlic
For Caesar Salad Dressing:
- 1 ⅓ tbsp Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard, Recommended
- 1 ⅓ tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tbsp Pompeian Red Wine Vinegar, Recommended
- 2 tsp Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce, Recommended
- 2 Cloves Garlic Cloves, Minced
- ⅔ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Sea Salt To Taste
- ¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper
For The Salad:
- 2 Large Romaine Lettuce Heads
- ⅔ cup Parmesan Cheese, Shredded
Instructions
To Make Croutons:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cut the baguette in half diagonally through the top, then into four pieces about 1/4 inch thin.
- Spread the bread slices on a baking sheet.
- In a shallow bowl, mix 6 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 teaspoons of minced garlic.
- Sprinkle 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese over the croutons and drizzle them with the garlic oil.
- Toss everything until well coated.
- Spread the coated croutons in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes or until they turn golden and crisp.
To Make Caesar Salad Dressing:
- In a small bowl, mix the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic.
- Gradually add the extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously.
- Mix in 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, or adjust to your taste.
To Make Salad:
- Prepare the romaine lettuce by washing, drying, and chopping it into small pieces.
- Place the chopped lettuce in a large serving bowl.
- Top it with grated Parmesan cheese and the cooled croutons.
- Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the lettuce and gently toss to coat all ingredients.
- Enjoy your homemade Cheesecake Factory Caesar Salad!
Nutrition
Serving: 1BowlCalories: 46kcal (2%)Carbohydrates: 26.7g (9%)Protein: 11.9g (24%)Fat: 35.5g (55%)Saturated Fat: 7.2g (45%)Cholesterol: 13mg (4%)Sodium: 447mg (19%)Potassium: 445mg (13%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 3.1g (3%)Calcium: 176mg (18%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
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