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Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper

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This week the #SundaySupper team is creating recipes based on their favorite holiday movie or song. And caesar salad isn’t exactly the first holiday treat you dream about while impatiently salivating over the holiday ham or the dessert table. However, I was inspired by one of my favorite and adorable  Holiday movies..plus I could use a break from all the sweets and treats flowing through my kitchen.

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The Santa Clause is the movie that inspired this simple and classic salad. There is a scene in the movie where Tim Allen’s character is beginning to transform into Santa Clause. At his business meeting lunch, acting plump and jolly and after ordering every dessert on the menu, he then adds “and a ceasar salad…with dressing on the side”.

Well this salad doesn’t have dressing on the side, and you don’t want it to because it is full of amazing flavor. And the best part, is that this is my husband, Joe’s recipe! I have been wanting to blog about this for awhile and after almost 10 years of marriage, I finally know the secret to his classic caesar salad.

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

Now when I say classic, I am not kidding. Joe only makes his caesar dressing by hand and insists on using a fresh raw egg and a wooden bowl and wooden spoon. The wood helps emulsify and break down the anchovy and garlic which turns into a gorgeous paste. His other trick is to keep the steps in sets “3’s”, which means you start with the first 3 ingredients, then the next set of 3 and finish with the final 3.We didn’t have a wooden bowl, but you get the picture.

In addition, when using a raw egg, always use the freshest egg that you can. A good tip to check the freshness of your egg is to gently place it in a cup of water. If it sinks, it’s fresh. If it tries to float, you need to eat it within a day or 2 and if the egg quickly rises to the top, toss it because it’s no good anymore.

To illustrate the “sets of 3”, I’ll explain in the steps below. And just to mention, this recipe can easily be modified to your tastes. Joe and I both like a little spice, so we get heavy handed on the pepper and hot sauce, but if you don’t like heat, by all means use less. But please…please…do not skip on the anchovies!

Method:

1) In a large wooden bowl, grind pepper (As much as you like, we did about 10-15 turns).

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

2) Add 3 anchovy fillets. And please don’t skip this step, they are delicious once the filets are broken down.

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

3) Add 1 whole egg and using a wooden spoon, break up the egg mix well.

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

Next set of 3’s.

4) Add garlic.

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

5) 1 Tb mustard.

6) And lemon juice. Use a wooden spoon to break up the garlic and anchovie. It should become thick and almost pastey.

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

Last set of 3’s.

7) Add freshly grated Parmesan. This can be to your preference, but roughly about 1/4-1/2 cup.

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

8) Add oil. You can either use olive oil, or what we prefer, is to use the anchovy oil that is packed with the anchovy. About 1/4 cup.

9) Add 3 drops of Tabasco or more or less to taste.

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

10) Add your lettuce and croutons and gently toss everything together.

Classic Caesar Salad for #SundaySupper via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

11) Top with roasted tomatoes and shaved Parmesan cheese. (The tomatoes were a personal touch. You can see how I roast tomatoes in this post).

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Classic Caesar Salad

Servings: 2 salads
Author: Samantha Ferraro

Ingredients

  • 1 head of romaine lettuce cleaned and cut into large pieces
  • 3 anchovy filets + anchovy oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 garlic clove minced fine
  • 1 Tb Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • Olive oil or anchovy oil
  • Tobasco
  • Black pepper
  • Croutons
  • Roasted tomatoes optional

Instructions

  • In a large wooden bowl, grind pepper (As much as you like, we did about 10-15 turns).
  • Add 3 anchovy fillets. And please don't skip this step, they are delicious once the filets are broken down.
  • Add 1 whole egg and using a wooden spoon, break up the egg mix well.
  • Add garlic and 1 Tb mustard and lemon juice. Use a wooden spoon to break up the garlic and anchovy. It should become thick and almost pastey.
  • Add freshly grated Parmesan. This can be to your preference, but roughly about 1/4-1/2 cup.
  • Add oil. You can either use olive oil, or what we prefer, is to use the anchovy oil that is packed with the anchovy. About 1/4 cup.
  • Add 3 drops of Tabasco or more or less to taste.
  • Add your lettuce and croutons and gently toss everything together.
  • Top with roasted tomatoes and shaved Parmesan cheese.

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  1. Renee says

    December 22, 2013 at 3:16 am

    I’ve been looking for a classic Caesar salad recipe as most of them have more creamy-style dressing. Pinned so I can save it and make it soon.

    Reply
  2. Jennie @themessybakerblog says

    December 22, 2013 at 6:34 am

    You make caesar salad look so elegant. I always always make my own caesar dressing. I can’t stand the store bought crap. Pinned.

    Reply
  3. Laura says

    December 22, 2013 at 6:37 am

    You know my husband has never seen the Santa Claus movie with Tim Allen, I keep trying to convince him to watch it with me. Hopefully this year I will succeed. 🙂

    Reply
  4. Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

    December 22, 2013 at 6:46 am

    Your salad looks amazing and such beautiful pictures! Love the movie the Santa Clause! Another great classic!

    Reply
  5. Family Foodie says

    December 22, 2013 at 6:57 am

    I can’t wait to try this dressing recipe! So glad you shared it.
    Happy Holidays to you and your family!

    Reply
  6. Liz says

    December 22, 2013 at 7:28 am

    This is my hubby’s go-to salad when we dine out. I need to make this for him at home! And I love the idea of adding roasted tomatoes 🙂

    Reply
  7. Audrey's Mamma says

    December 22, 2013 at 8:57 am

    My girls just watched that movie for the first time and they loved it. Funny thing is that scene you described was the only one I caught as I was not watching with them. I laughed!

    Reply
  8. Susan says

    December 22, 2013 at 9:21 am

    This is the type of caesar salad I love. I’m not a fan of the creamy dressing, I prefer the authentic oil based, anchovy, garlic and parm dressing! I could probably eat that entire bowl.

    Reply
  9. Cindys Recipes and Writings says

    December 22, 2013 at 10:46 am

    Beautiful Caesar salad, Samantha! Looks great for a starter or lunch!

    Reply
  10. Carla says

    December 22, 2013 at 11:33 am

    I’ve eaten Caesar salads but never made it from scratch before. I love anchovies so that’s probably why I love this dressing so much.

    Reply
  11. Tammi @ Momma's Meals says

    December 22, 2013 at 11:39 am

    I’ve never made my own Caesar Salad before, the thought of the anchovies kind of scared me, but you’ve convinced me that I have to try this!! Oh and I love adding tomatoes to my Caesar Salad too! Happy Holidays!

    Reply
  12. Shannon R says

    December 22, 2013 at 1:06 pm

    I hear you about needed a bit of a break. I ordered a ton of veggies for salads in my CSA this week. Need to keep my veggie intake up above my sugar intake!

    Reply
  13. Shaina says

    December 22, 2013 at 1:42 pm

    I was JUST watching this movie!! Love it. You can’t go wrong with a classic recipe

    Reply
  14. Martin D Redmond says

    December 22, 2013 at 4:55 pm

    I love how you’ve explained in detail the secret to this great classic salad. Thank you and Happy Holidays!

    Reply
  15. ATasteOfMadness says

    December 22, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    YuM! I’m always buying anchovies, but I have never thought to make anything with them! This salad sounds divine!

    Reply
  16. Katy says

    December 23, 2013 at 10:22 am

    That is such a pretty caesar salad, and would make such a nice veggie break from all the heavy Christmas food!

    Reply
  17. Chuck says

    December 26, 2013 at 8:52 am

    I made a living doing Caesar salads through college at a fine dining restaurant so it is the first you tube video I made. I use egg substitute like egg beaters now or if it is just for me I do the yoke only. Anyway i enjoyed your great pics, the glass bowl was a good idea for the photos. Hope you like my video.
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scJi0ekLKDM

    Chuck

    Reply
    • Samantha says

      December 27, 2013 at 7:57 pm

      Hi Chuck!! FABULOUS video..I need to show it to my husband who made the dressing. He used to make it tableside as well in his serving years. And LOVE l’estornell olive oil…the only one we use!!! Just subscribed to your channel too 🙂

      Reply
  18. Rhonda says

    December 28, 2013 at 1:04 pm

    Classic Caesar salad is still my all time favorite salad, I cheat on my dressing though and use anchovy paste, I totally agree, don’t skip the anchovies!

    Reply

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