INGREDIENTS
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Smoked Mozzarella and Ricotta Fritters:
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*Ingredients*
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1 1/2 cups fresh whole milk ricotta
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1 1/2 cups shredded smoked mozzarella
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 cups panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
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3 large eggs
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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Vegetable oil, for frying
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1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme leaves.
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Caesar Salad:
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*Ingredients and Equipment*
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For Croutons:
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 (8- to 10-oz.) loaf rustic Italian bread, crusts removed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
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2 teaspoons salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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For Dressing:
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2 garlic cloves
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4 anchovy fillets
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Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 large egg yolk
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1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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For Salad:
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2 heads romaine lettuce, inner leaves only, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 12 cups)
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1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus shavings for garnish.