Vegetable Salad Recipe: Creamy Parmesan Romaine Salad

Creamy Parmesan Romaine Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 slices hearty whole-grain bread (about 2 ounces total), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup sliced cucumber
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 3 tablespoons whipping or heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons BUITONI Refrigerated Freshly Shredded Parmesan Cheese
• 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Procedures:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place bread cubes in single layer on large baking sheet. Bake for 12 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven; cool completely.
3. Place lettuce, cucumber and onion in large bowl; set aside.
4. Combine cream, sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, vinegar, salt and pepper in small bowl; stir until completely blended. Add to lettuce mixture; toss gently, yet thoroughly, to coat completely. Add bread cubes; toss gently.

Makes 4 servings.