According to one of the many stories that are told about the salad?s creation, it was hastily made from leftover ingredients for a group of Hollywood actors who were touring with the Prince of Wales.

The original ingredients were cos lettuce leaves, coddled eggs (eggs cooked briefly in the shell in gently boiling water), garlic, Worcester sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, freshly-grated Parmesan, croutons and salt and pepper.

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	Hints and Tips Dry the salad leaves very well to ensure that the dressing clings to the leaves. If necessary, the leaves may be refrigerated until serving. Try to use day-old ciabatta loaf or bread or, if you are in a hurry, buy ready made croutons. Use anchovy fillets instead of Worcestershire sauce. Substitute chicken and bacon with seared tuna.