by Roberta Lee Small

Created on: March 14, 2009   Last Updated: March 16, 2009

Anchovy Caesar Salad

I learned how to make this wonderful, tasty salad many years ago while working at a restaurant that got the recipe from a movie star who frequented the place while a movie was being made, and had it specially made for him. It soon became popular with all of the patrons. I am sure many wanted it just because it was a favorite of this famous movie star, and that somehow made it something special, and sought after. I will not reveal the star's name but, I think this salad has earned its own right to fame and is a star in the salad world.

I should name it after my son who for the past several years has requested it for his birthday. Even though he is an adult, has his own house, and does at times make it for his self, I guess no one can make it like his mother. This has been my family's favorite salad for years and it may just turn out to be your favorite too, -that is if you like anchovies.

Ingredients

Large clove of fresh garlic

Salt

One egg

Romaine, - washed well-

Head lattice, - washed well

Oil - I use corn oil but olive oil can be used

Cider vinegar

Toast

Anchovies

Place the whole egg in a cup of hot water and let it stand while you are making the salad.

Sprinkle a little salt in a large salad bowl. With the back of a spoon, crush the garlic on the salt mashing it down.

Add oil and vinegar to taste being sure that you will have enough for the large salad you are making.

Tear all the Romaine into bite size pieces add to bowl. Tear the head of lettuce into bite size pieces and add, mixing both into the dressing.

Break the egg into the mixture and mix well to cover the leaves of lettuce. The egg helps the dressing to cling to the lettuce. If you are not allowed to eat eggs omit it.

Toast bread, as many pieces as desired, I use three or four. Cut the toast into small, or one inch cubes and add, nixing it in.

Open the can of anchovies. Break the anchovies into smaller pieces and add, also adding the oil from the can. We like lots of anchovies so I add two or three cans, but add to suit your taste. Mix salad again.

Enjoy!

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