For 1 platter

ingredients:

3 Romaine heads of Romaine lettuce

Caesar Dressing (recipe see below)
1 lb. of bacon cooked and crumbled
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 cups of croutons
anchovies for garnish (optional)

Dressing:

1 egg (*pasteurized)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 anchovies (optional)
2 garlic cloves
1 green onion chopped coarse
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Add the dressing ingredients and blend on high till thick.

Arranging the platter

1. Take apart the leaves of the romaine, wash and trim and arrange them on a large round plate or platter.

2. Drizzle dressing on the lower half of the leaves.

3. Top with bacon and parmesan cheese, and an anchovie filet if you choose.

4. Place the croutons in the middle of the platter.

5. serve with tongs so the guests can lift themselves a leaf and grab some croutons on it if they choose.