Duck Bacon Caesar Salad

A crowd favorite, made with Duck Bacon! Nothing out of the ordinary for this classic salad. Using Duck Bacon is a great and healthier alternative to more traditional bacons.

Ingredients

  • 4 Slices of Duck Bacon,Defrosted
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil
  • 1 Head Garlic,Peeled and Minced
  • 2 tbsp. Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp. Dijon Mustard
  • 1/4 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 Egg,Whisked
  • Juice of 1/2 Lemon
  • 1 tsp. Fresh Ground Pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp. Salt
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 cup Croutons
  • 1 Romaine Lettuce Head,Chopped
  • Anchovies(optional)
  • Cracked Pepper for Garnish

Direction

  • Chop Duck Bacon into crumbles.
  • In a large salad bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire, Dijon, egg, lemon juice, pepper, and salt together to make a Caesar vinaigrette. Mix in grated parmesan.
  • Serve duck bacon Caesar salad in individual bowls with shaved parmesan and cracked pepper on top.
  • Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Place a single layer of duck bacon in skillet. Cook 2-4 minutes per side. Remove bacon and let cool.
  • Dip croutons in vinaigrette dressing and coat evenly. Place croutons in a separate bowl and let soak for 5 minutes.
  • To the salad bowl with the Caesar dressing, add romaine, duck bacon crumbles, and soaked croutons. Toss thoroughly.