Best 7 Bacon And Blue Cheese Salad With Caesar Dressing Recipes

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Indulge in a flavor-packed culinary journey with our exquisite Bacon and Blue Cheese Salad with Caesar Dressing, a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. This delectable salad combines crispy bacon, tangy blue cheese, and a creamy Caesar dressing, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Discover the art of crafting this delightful dish with our easy-to-follow recipe, guiding you through each step to achieve the perfect salad. Elevate your culinary skills and impress your loved ones with this exceptional creation. Additionally, explore variations such as the Classic Caesar Dressing and Homemade Croutons to enhance your salad experience. Embark on a culinary adventure and savor the delightful flavors of this Bacon and Blue Cheese Salad with Caesar Dressing, a true testament to the art of fine dining.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BACON BLEU CHEESE DRESSING



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Homemade bleu cheese dressing full of crispy Kurobuta bacon! This is simple to whip up and keep in the fridge and so much better than the bottled variety!

Provided by Or Whatever You Do

Categories     Homemade

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
8 ounces blue cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 strips cooked bacon

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized bowl, mix your mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together.
  • Crumble your blue cheese up and chop the bacon into 1/4" bits. Mix it into the dressing.
  • Cover and place it into the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 49 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 34 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 683 milligrams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams unsaturated fat

BACON CAESAR SALAD



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Family and friends always say my Caesar salad rivals any restaurant version. The addition of bacon lends a slightly smoky flavor and makes it unique. -Sharon Tipton, Casselberry, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups cubed day-old bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, sliced
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons anchovy paste
Dash pepper
SALAD:
1 large bunch romaine, torn
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bread cubes in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove to paper towels; cool., For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, anchovy paste and pepper. In a serving bowl, combine romaine and bacon. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with croutons and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BLUE CHEESE CAESAR SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices white sandwich bread, cubed
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup blue cheese dressing (see directions)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
3 romaine lettuce hearts, roughly chopped
Crumbled blue cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Toss the bread with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bread and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden on all sides, about 7 minutes. Set aside and let cool slightly.
  • Whisk the dressing, parmesan, anchovies, lemon juice and mustard in a large bowl. Add the romaine and croutons; toss to coat and season with pepper. Top with blue cheese.
  • Puree 1/2 cup each crumbled blue cheese and sour cream, 1/3 cup buttermilk, 1 small garlic clove (smashed) and 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar in a blender. Transfer to a bowl and stir in 1/4 cup more blue cheese, 2 to 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce and/or hot sauce, and 1 tablespoon chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper. (Makes about 2 cups.)

BLUE CHEESE-BACON DRESSING



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Years ago, I went through my mom's recipe box and found this classic recipe. Everyone I know loves the rich and creamy blue cheese dressing with a hint of bacon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 to 1 cup (3 to 4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well to blend. Cover and chill for at least 3 hours. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

BACON AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD WITH CAESAR DRESSING



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Provided by Dodie Thompson

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Bacon     Fall     Bon Appétit     St. Louis     Missouri

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large romaine lettuce head, torn into bite-size pieces
6 bacon slices, cooked, crumbled
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (about 2 ounces)
For the easy caesar dressing:
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan (about 2 ounces)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Makes about 1 cup
1 cup Garlic Croutons
For the garlic croutons:
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1/4 cup olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, pressed
4 French bread slices, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

Steps:

  • To make the salad:
  • Place first 3 ingredients in large bowl. Add enough dressing to season to taste and toss well. Garnish salad with croutons and serve.
  • To make the easy caesar dressing:
  • Combine all ingredients in blender or processor. Blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • To make the garlic croutons
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter with olive oil and garlic in small saucepan. Place bread cubes on baking sheet. Pour butter mixture over and toss well. Bake until bread cubes are golden brown and crisp, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cool completely. (Croutons can be prepared 1 day ahead. Store at room temperature in airtight container.)
  • Makes about 3 cups.

BLUE CHEESE CAESAR SALAD



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For a cremier version, prepare the dressing in a blender or food processor using all the blue cheese and blending until smooth. If you want you can also add a sprinkling of bacon bits.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed,dried,broken into bite size pieces
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 (2 ounce) can anchovy fillets, drained,chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup olive oil
1 1/2 cups croutons (I prefer Pumpernickel Croutons-posted separately)
freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk garlic, anchovies, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, and half the blue cheese in a medium bowl until blended.
  • Continue whisking while adding oil in thin stream until thickened.
  • Cover and chill for several hours if desired; reblend if necessary.
  • Toss crisp letuec in very large salad bowl with dressing until thoroughly coated.
  • Add croutons and remaining blue cheese and toss again.
  • Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.6, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 19.4, Sodium 628, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.6, Protein 8.2

EASY CAESAR DRESSING



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Provided by Dodie Thompson

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Garlic     Quick & Easy     Salad Dressing     Parmesan     Lemon     Summer     Bon Appétit     St. Louis     Missouri

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan (about 2 ounces)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in blender or processor. Blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the salad will be. Look for fresh, crisp bacon, tangy blue cheese, and a good quality Caesar dressing.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy. This will give it a nice flavor and texture.
  • Crumble the blue cheese. This will help it distribute evenly throughout the salad.
  • Add the dressing to taste. You don't want to overdress the salad, so start with a little bit and add more as needed.
  • Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the dressing from wilting the lettuce.

Conclusion:

This bacon and blue cheese salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and texture, and the Caesar dressing is the perfect complement. Whether you are serving it for a casual lunch or a special dinner, this salad is sure to be a hit.

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