Ingredients:
- 4 cups (100g) cubed sourdough or French bread
- 3 tbsp (42g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp (3g) kosher salt
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 1 tsp (5ml) lemon juice
- 1 tsp (5ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp (5ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 anchovy fillets, minced into a paste
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ cup (120ml) neutral oil
- 3 tbsp (15g) grated Parmesan cheese
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 large heads (600g) Romaine lettuce, washed and dried
- ½ cup (20g) shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, grilled and sliced
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss the bread cubes with melted butter, minced garlic, and salt on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, tossing halfway through, until they are mahogany-colored and smell nutty. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, lemon juice, Dijon, Worcestershire, anchovy paste, and garlic until smooth.
- While whisking constantly, add the oil one drop at a time. Once the mixture begins to thicken, transition to a slow, steady stream.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan and black pepper until the texture is thick and glossy.
- Tear the dried romaine into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the greens and toss gently with tongs until every leaf is coated.
- Fold in the homemade croutons and shaved Parmesan.
- Top the salad with the grilled and sliced chicken breast. Serve immediately.