Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 (1-ounce) slices French bread, cut into cubes
  • 8 cups torn romaine lettuce (about 1 large head)
  • 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cracked pepper
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon anchovy paste
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/8 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Method

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add bread cubes, and saute 3 to 5 minutes or until golden. Remove croutons from skillet, and set aside.
  • Combine lettuce, cheese, and pepper in a large bowl; toss well. Combine 1/2 cup olive oil and remaining ingredients in a jar; cover tightly, and shake vigorously to blend. Pour olive oil mixture over lettuce mixture; toss gently to coat. Add croutons, and toss gently. Serve immediately.