Best Caesar Salad With Bacon Recipes

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CAESAR SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE AND BACON



Caesar Salad with Blue Cheese and Bacon image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 thick-cut slices applewood-smoked bacon
6 extra-large eggs
12 (1/2-inch-thick) diagonally cut slices of baguette
Good olive oil
1 large garlic clove, cut in half
1 pound hearts of romaine lettuce, washed and spun dry
8 ounces good Roquefort cheese, cut in shards
Caesar Salad Dressing (recipe follows)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 extra-large egg yolk, at room temperature
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons chopped garlic (2 cloves)
8 to 10 anchovy fillets (optional)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (3 lemons)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups good olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Arrange the bacon in a single layer on a baking rack set on a sheet pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until browned. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and, when cool enough to handle, cut in large pieces. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, place the eggs in a large saucepan and cover them with cold tap water. Bring the water to a boil, turn off the heat and allow them to sit for exactly 3 1/2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the eggs from the saucepan and immediately place them in a bowl of cold water for exactly 2 minutes. Peel the eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.
  • Arrange the bread slices on a sheet pan and brush the tops with olive oil. Toast in the oven along with the bacon for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden brown. Cool for one minute, then rub each toast with the cut side of the garlic clove. Set aside.
  • Place the lettuce leaves on a rectangular platter and arrange the bacon pieces over the lettuce. Place the blue cheese shards on top and then the halves of soft-boiled eggs. Drizzle with the dressing, sprinkle with salt and pepper and place the garlic toasts over the top. Serve at room temperature with extra dressing on the side.
  • Place the egg yolk, mustard, garlic, anchovies (if using), lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Process until smooth. With the food processor running, slowly pour the olive oil through the feed tube and process until thick. Add the Parmesan and pulse 3 times to combine.
  • "Make it Ahead" by Ina Garten © Clarkson Potter 2014. Provided courtesy of Ina Garten. All rights reserved.

TOMATO CAESAR SALAD WITH BACON-PARMESAN CRISPS



Tomato Caesar Salad With Bacon-Parmesan Crisps image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 slices thick-cut bacon
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
4 anchovy fillets, rinsed and minced
1 small clove garlic, finely grated
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
5 medium or large heirloom tomatoes, sliced crosswise about 1/2 inch thick
Flaky sea salt and freshly ground pepper
Watercress or baby arugula, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat, turning, until very crisp. Drain on paper towels until cool, then finely chop.
  • Stir the bacon, 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano and the flour in a small bowl. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Divide the bacon-cheese mixture into 4 mounds on the baking sheet and flatten each one into about a 3 1/2-inch round. Bake until golden brown and the cheese melts, about 7 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet 5 minutes, then carefully transfer to a rack using a thin spatula and let cool completely.
  • Make the dressing: Whisk the anchovies, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce and the remaining 3 tablespoons cheese in a small bowl.
  • Arrange the tomatoes on a platter, sprinkling each layer with salt, pepper and some of the dressing. Scatter the watercress on top and drizzle with olive oil. Break the bacon-parmesan crisps into bite-size pieces and add to the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 4.5 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 668 milligrams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 1.5 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 4 grams

BACON AVOCADO CAESAR SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Bacon Avocado Caesar Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: romaine lettuce, bacon, avocado, crouton, parmesan cheese, caesar dressing

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head romaine lettuce
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 avocado, diced
½ cup crouton
½ cup parmesan cheese, shaved, add extra for serving
¼ cup caesar dressing

Steps:

  • Slice the lettuce into about 1-inch (2 ½ cm) pieces, then transfer to a large salad bowl.
  • Add the bacon, avocado, croutons, cheese, and dressing, mixing until evenly combined.
  • Serve with additional parmesan on top.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 3 grams

BACON-AND-EGG CAESAR SALAD



Bacon-and-Egg Caesar Salad image

Give a traditional Caesar a little oomph by adding sun-dried tomato and topping with a fried egg and bacon.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 strips bacon
Cooking spray, for the skillet
4 large eggs
4 slices whole-grain or whole-wheat bread
1 small clove garlic, halved
2 hearts of romaine, trimmed and halved lengthwise
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Put the Parmesan, oil, vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice, 3 tablespoons water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a jar or other container with a lid. Secure the lid and shake vigorously to combine. (The dressing can be made a day ahead; shake well before serving.)
  • Lay the bacon in a large nonstick skillet and cook over medium heat, turning once, until golden and crispy, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain, then finely chop.
  • Wipe out the skillet, coat it with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, 4 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle the eggs with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
  • Meanwhile, toast the bread, then rub one side of each slice with the garlic. Cut each slice in half. Put 2 toast halves on each of 4 plates and top each plate with a romaine heart half. Drizzle with the dressing, top with an egg and sprinkle with the bacon. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

CAESAR SALAD WITH BACON, BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND BASIL



Caesar Salad With Bacon, Brussels Sprouts and Basil image

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pasteurized large egg yolk
1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1 small clove garlic, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons caper brine (from a jar of capers)
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup canola oil
2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped, plus 1/2 teaspoon oil from the jar
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut into small pieces
Canola oil, for frying
1 tablespoon capers
2 cups Brussels sprout leaves, picked layer by layer (from about 5 whole sprouts)
Kosher salt
2 heads romaine lettuce, outer leaves removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus a chunk for shaving over the salad

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: In the bowl of a food processor, combine the egg yolk, mustard, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Pulse to blend. With the machine running, pour the lemon juice and caper brine into the mix. Slowly pour in the olive oil, then the canola oil, blending until smooth. Transfer the dressing to a bowl and taste for seasoning. Stir in the anchovies and anchovy oil. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use, or up to 1 day.
  • Prepare the salad: Cook the bacon in a small skillet over low heat, stirring, until crispy, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Heat 1 inch canola oil in a medium heavy-bottomed pot until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F (or alternatively, use a deep fryer). Line a baking sheet with paper towels. Put the capers in a small metal strainer, submerge them in the hot oil and fry until crispy, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain on the paper towels. Add the Brussels sprout leaves to the hot oil in small batches (step back because they will splatter oil) and fry until crispy, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to the paper towels using a slotted spoon. Season the leaves with salt.
  • Assemble the salad: Pour about three-quarters of the dressing into a large salad bowl. Add the romaine, basil and grated parmesan and toss to coat. Shave additional parmesan over the salad. Top with the remaining dressing, the bacon, capers and Brussels sprout leaves. Serve immediately. Photograph by Kang Kim

THE BEST CAESAR SALAD



The Best Caesar Salad image

It should not come as a surprise that the best Caesar salad is also the most traditional version. That means it's time to bring out the anchovies and eggs -- and don't skimp on quality Parmesan cheese. We've even included garlicky homemade croutons to balance the tangy dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Kosher salt
3 cups rustic bread (about 3 ounces), torn into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
Freshly ground black pepper
2 anchovies packed in oil
1 clove garlic
1 egg yolk, at room temperature
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, at room temperature
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
5 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 romaine hearts, chopped (see Cook's Note)

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.

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