We've run recipes for this classic salad in various incarnations every few years as far back as the 1940s — with and without raw egg, with and without anchovies, changing up the cheese and even mixing in pasta or shellfish. This version is simply the best.
Cooks' notes:
· The egg in this recipe is not cooked, which may be of concern if salmonella is a problem in your area. · Dressing and tossing the lettuce leaves whole will result in an overall crisper salad. · Although the croutons are best warm, they can be fried 1 hour ahead.