Flavorful Lemony Caesar Salad  | 
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                                            Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    In Huntington, Connecticut, Kathy Kochiss relies on a recipe from a friend to fix this tasty tossed salad.  To save time, I take advantage of convenient ready-to-serve romaine in a bag as well as garlic-seasoned croutons for extra flavor,  she adds. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                1/2 cup olive oil  |  
                                                3 tablespoons lemon juice  |  
                                                2 garlic cloves, minced  |  
                                                1 teaspoon dijon mustard  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon salt, optional  |  
                                                1/8 teaspoon pepper  |  
                                                9 cups torn romaine  |  
                                                1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese  |  
                                                1 cup salad croutons, optional  |  
                                                sliced red onion, optional  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a small bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice, garlic, mustard, salt if desired and pepper. In a salad bowl, combine romaine and cheese. Drizzle with dressing; add croutons and onion if desired. Toss to coat. Yield: 6-8 servings.                              | 
                         
                         
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