Caesar Salad With Crisp Mushroom Croutons

By á-174942

Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup Italian-flavored dry breadcrumbs
• 1 package white mushrooms - (10 oz)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
• 4 cups romaine lettuce in bite sized pieces
• 1/4 cup prepared Caesar salad dressing
• 1 can rolled anchovies - (2 oz) optional

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, beat egg; spread breadcrumbs on a plate. Halve or quarter mushrooms to make bite-sized pieces; roll first in egg and then in breadcrumbs.

In a large skillet, over medium heat, heat oil. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Drain mushrooms on paper towels.

In a large bowl, toss lettuce with dressing. Spoon on 4 salad plates, dividing evenly; top with Crisp Mushroom Croutons and, if desired, anchovies.

This recipe yields 4 servings.