RED LEAF CAESAR SALAD WITH GRILLED PARMESAN CROUTONS

Red Leaf Caesar Salad with Grilled Parmesan Croutons image

Provided by Melissa Clark

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

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For the dressing, puree in blender until anchovies are finely chopped:
3 anchovy fillets
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 large garlic clove, pressed
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
Fresh lemon juice to taste
Salt and pepper

Steps:

For the croutons, prepare grill (medium-high heat). Rub with garlic clove and brush with olive oil:
6 3/4-inch-thick slices country bread
Grill bread 1 minute, turn over, then sprinkle with:
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Cover and grill until cheese melts, about 1 minute longer.
In large bowl, toss:
12 ounces red leaf lettuce
Dressing
Salt and pepper
Divide salad and croutons among plates. Before serving, top salad with:
1 1/2 ounces shaved Parmesan cheese