Best Caesar Salad Recipe My Authentic Homemade Version

Ingredients

• 4 slices stale bread (such as sourdough or baguette), cubed (approx. 4 cups) (About 100g)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (2.5 ml)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (1.25 ml)
• Pinch of black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (approx. 2 teaspoons) (about 10g)
• 2 anchovy fillets, finely minced (can substitute with 1/2 tsp anchovy paste) (about 5g)
• 1 large egg yolk (or 2 if the eggs are small) (about 20g)
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (15 ml)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed (30 ml)
• 1/4 cup olive oil, extra virgin (60 ml)
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving (30g plus more for serving)
• 1-2 tablespoons cold water, to adjust consistency (15-30 ml)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1.25 ml)
• Dash of Worcestershire sauce
• 2 heads romaine lettuce, washed, dried, and roughly chopped (about 700g)
• Parmesan cheese, shaved or grated, for garnish
• Optional : Grilled chicken, grilled shrimp or crispy bacon.