Caesar Salad

Ingredients


1 clove garlic, smashed
2 lemons, juiced
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Freshly ground black pepper
Salt

2 heads romaine lettuce
Freshly grated Parmesan, for garnish
Croutons

Directions

Put the garlic, lemon juice, and water into a blender and process for 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth. With the blender running, pour the olive oil in slowly for the dressing to emulsify. Stir in the Parmesan and a couple of grinds of black pepper. Season, to taste, with salt and set aside. (Refrigerate the dressing if you will not be using it right away.)

Tear the lettuce into a large bowl. Add enough dressing to coat the salad to your liking. Add croutons and some extra Parmesan and toss the salad well. Serve immediately.

**Add sliced grilled chicken, bell peppers, and other fun vegetables to make this salad a meal!