Ingredients

  • 1 large heart of romaine lettuce
  • 2/3 cup croutons
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shaved with vegetable peeler
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise, fresh or store bought
  • 1 anchovy fillet, finely minced
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 1/4 tsp salt and pepper
  • 1/2 tsp spicy brown mustard
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, extra virgin

Method

  • Using organic romaine is best for this recipe.
  • Wash the outside of lettuce and pat dry with paper towel.
  • Slice head of romaine in half, lengthwise.
  • Using a small amount of olive oil, brush the inner head of lettuce.
  • Set indoor or outdoor grill to medium heat.
  • Allow to heat up fully.
  • Place oiled side of romaine down and grill 2-5 minutes until grill marks just appear.
  • Cut stem ends off after cooking.
  • Set lettuce aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, anchovy, garlic, salt and pepper and lemon juice.
  • Mix to combine.
  • Using a whisk, vigorously beat in tbe olive oil, just drizzling it in as you whisk.
  • You are looking to achieve a creamy consistency.
  • Place grilled romaine on a platter.
  • Drizzle caesar dressing over it.
  • Top with croutons and parmesan ribbons!
  • Recipe by taylor69too