Brie, Watercress and Bacon Salad With Spicy Pear Dressing |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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Classic combination of cheese and bacon made into a salad with crisp croutons and a spicy sweet dressing. Ingredients:
2 slices smoked streaky bacon, chopped |
1 plain croissant, chopped into cubes |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 ounce fresh parsley |
1 ounce fresh basil |
1 ounce fresh chervil (optional) |
3 ounces watercress |
2 1/2 ounces brie cheese, chopped |
1/2 ounce butter |
1/2 pear, cored, chopped |
1 tablespoon caster sugar |
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar |
1 pinch chili flakes |
1 teaspoon olive oil |
Directions:
1. For the salad, heat a frying pan and fry the bacon for 2-3 minutes.
2. Add the croissant pieces and a little olive oil and fry until the bacon and croissants are golden-brown and crisp. Remove from the pan and drain on kitchen paper.
3. Place the herbs, watercress and Brie into a bowl and mix well.
4. For the spicy pear and chilli dressing, melt the butter in a small saucepan, add the chopped pear and cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the sugar, vinegar, chilli flakes and olive oil and cook for a further 1-2 minutes.
6. To serve, place the herbs, watercress and Brie onto a plate, top with the bacon and croissant croûtons and pour over the dressing.
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