Caesar Salad Chef Kelly Shays Recipes

THE BEST CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• For the croutons: Put the olive oil and butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. When the butter is completely melted add the garlic and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Carefully swirl the pan to combine. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow the garlic to infuse the oil mixture.
• Put the bread pieces on a baking sheet. Evenly pour the garlic mixture over the bread and toss to coat. Spread the bread in a single layer and bake until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir the bread halfway through cooking to ensure even browning. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with black pepper and Parmesan. Set aside to cool.
• For the salad: Soak the anchovies in a small bowl of water for 5 minutes. Rinse with cold water, drain and pat dry. Finely chop the anchovies and garlic, then use the side of your knife to mash them to a paste.
• Add the anchovy paste, egg yolk, Dijon mustard and lemon juice to a large bowl and whisk to combine. While whisking, slowly drizzle in the olive oil in a steady stream until emulsified. Stir in 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan. If needed, add water, 1 teaspoon at a time to thin the dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Add the lettuce and croutons to a large bowl and gently toss with the dressing until coated. Top with grated Parmesan and serve immediately.

CAESAR SALAD SUPREME

Steps:

• Mince 3 cloves of garlic, and combine in a small bowl with mayonnaise, anchovies, 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cut the remaining 3 cloves of garlic into quarters, and add to hot oil. Cook and stir until brown, and then remove garlic from pan. Add bread cubes to the hot oil. Cook, turning frequently, until lightly browned. Remove bread cubes from oil, and season with salt and pepper.
• Place lettuce in a large bowl. Toss with dressing, remaining Parmesan cheese, and seasoned bread cubes.

CAESAR SALAD- CHEF KELLY SHAY'S

Steps:

• Trim the Romaine lettuce of bruised or browned leaves. Wash and drain the lettuce, pat it dry, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to crisp the leaves.
• To make the croutons, cut the bread into cubes, heat 1/2 cup olive oil in a saute pan over medium-high heat.
• Fry the bread cube in the oil, tossing frequently, until they're crisp and golden. Drain the croutons on a paper towel until ready to use.
• Peel the garlic bulbs, and the cloves, then put in a food processor bowl. Add the egg yolks, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, pepper, and salt.
• Process until smooth. Slowly drizzle in the remaining 1/2 cup olive oil. Remove from processor. Fold in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
• Lay whole leaves out on a plate. Drizzle well with dressing. Add Parmesan cheese, if desired, and croutons.