Caesar Lite Salad

I had this salad at a dinner party a few months ago and have been making it ever since.


Croutons:
1 loaf of French bread- crust trimmed and cut into smallish cubes
1/3 C. olive oil
1 tsp. garlic

Blend olive oil and garlic in food processor or blender. Toss with bread cubes. Place on baking sheet and bake at 350 F for 20 minutes, until lightly browned.


Dressing:
2 Tbs. white wine vinegar
1 Tbs. Dijon mustard
1 Tbs. Balsamic vinegar
1 tsp. lemon zest (finely chopped lemon peel)
1 tsp. sugar
¼ tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. black pepper
2/3 C. olive oil
Blend all ingredients except olive oil. Slowly whisk in olive oil.

Chop 1-2 heads of romaine lettuce and wash thoroughly. Toss with dressing and croutons. Top with grated parmesan cheese. (www.foodnetwork.com)