Traditional Caesar Salad

Method

• 1
  Poach garlic cloves in the white wine with the peppercorns until soft.
• 2
  Remove cloves from the liquor and place it in food processor with the eggs.
• 3
  Add mustard, Parmesan and 4 anchovies.
• 4
  Blitz together and with processor running slowly pour in oil until all mixed through.
• 5
  Add vinegar and season to taste.
• 6
  Heat a frying pan on medium heat and melt butter.
• 7
  Add diced bread and toss until it becomes a light golden brown colour.
• 8
  Remove from pan and drain on kitchen paper.
• 9
  Peel and halve the shallots. Remove root end and finely slice.
• 10
  Cook bacon under grill until crispy. Drain on kitchen paper and slice into strips.
• 11
  Wash and rip salad leaves into a large bowl and mix all ingredients together.
• 12
  Add a couple of spoonfuls of dressing at a time until leaves are all coated.
• 13
  Garnish with fresh, shaved Parmesan. Use a vegetable peeler for this.
• 14
  Add anchovies if you wish.