Charlemagne Salad With Hot Brie Dressing |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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The Brie dressing may be made ahead of time and then gently reheated just before serving. Ingredients:
8 ounces ripe brie cheese, chilled |
3 heads romaine lettuce or 3 heads lettuce or 1 lb spinach, stems removed |
1/3 cup olive oil |
4 teaspoons minced shallots or 4 teaspoons green onions |
2 teaspoons minced garlic |
1/2 cup white wine vinegar |
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
3 teaspoons dijon-style mustard |
fresh ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Remove rind from chilled Brie with a sharp knife; reserve rind for another use.
2. Cut cheese into small pieces and allow to come to room temperature.
3. Wash greens in cold water.
4. Tear into bite-sized pieces; dry in salad spinner or clean towels.
5. Warm oil in a heavy skillet.
6. Add shallots or green onions and garlic; cook over low heat until golden, about 3 minutes.
7. Stir in vinegar, lemon juice, mustard and several grindings of pepper.
8. Add the cheese a little at a time, stirring constantly.
9. When all the cheese is melted, toss hot dressing with greens and croutons.
10. Serve immediately, and pass the pepper mill.
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