Spinach, Pear, and Pancetta Salad |
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Crisp pancetta and juicy pears make this salad special enough to be holiday-worthy. Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes. Ingredients:
2 ounces pancetta or bacon, coarsely chopped |
1 small shallot, minced |
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil |
1 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar |
1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard |
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves |
salt and freshly ground black pepper |
5 ounces baby spinach leaves, washed well and dried thoroughly |
1 bosc pear, cored and thinly sliced |
2 ounces fresh, mild goat cheese, crumbled |
Directions:
1. In a small frying pan over medium-high heat, cook pancetta, stirring often, until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel to drain.
2. Discard all but 1/2 tbsp. fat from pan. Add shallot and stir over medium-high heat until soft, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in oil, vinegar, mustard, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Put spinach and sliced pear in a large bowl and gently toss with dressing. Arrange salad on plates. Crumble goat cheese on top and sprinkle with pancetta.
4. Note: Nutritional analysis is per 1 1/2-cup serving.
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