Hearty Pear Salad
With Thick-Cut Bacon
2015-12-10
- Course: Salads
This healthy salad – with a touch of decadence – is loaded with juicy pears, leafy greens, crisp bacon, and a fresh-made dressing. It’s perfect for a winter brunch, accompanied by a soup, or enjoyed with a friend.
BACON:
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil for easy clean up, and place a cooking rack inside the sheet pan. Lay the thick-cut bacon on the cooking rack, spaced for even cooking. Place in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden and slightly crisp. While the bacon is cooking, prepare the dressing as instructed below. When the bacon is done cooking, remove from the oven and allow to cool. When cool enough to handle, yet still warm, cut bacon into fork-full sized pieces. Keep bacon warm until ready to assemble salad. DRESSING: Place minced shallot, red wine vinegar, and salt into a mixing bowl; allow to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to allow flavors to mingle. Add the mayonnaise and slowly incorporate the olive oil in a thin stream with a whisk until well blended. Add black pepper to taste and adjust salt level. Refrigerate until ready to use. ASSEMBLE: Place all salad ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Add desired amount of dressing; gently toss until salad is well coated. Plate salad and finish with fresh ground black pepper, freshly shaved pecorino cheese, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.Ingredients
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