To peel quickly, place a wide knife over the clove and hit it with the heel of your hand. The oils released will shrug the skin right off. Convenience salad fixings are a lifesaver when it comes to making a salad on the fly. I prefer the sharper taste of Romano in Caesar Salad to the more traditional Parmesan. Grate it coarsely so that it doesn't combine with the dressing and make everything soggy.
Homemade croutons are easy.
Cool completely and store in a tightly sealed container. Good for about a month.