Perfect Pear Salad
A sophisticated salad featuring crispy bacon, fresh Anjou pears, and Asiago cheese tossed with baby spinach in a balsamic vinaigrette. The combination of sweet pears, salty bacon, and sharp cheese creates a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
- •10 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into large dice
- •6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- •¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- •¼ teaspoon coarse sea salt
- •⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •4 cups baby spinach leaves
- •1 whole Anjou pear
- •¾ cup coarsely grated Asiago cheese
- •½ cup red bell pepper
- •2 tablespoons shallot
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
1. In a large skillet over moderately high heat, sauté the bacon, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Set aside.
12 min
- 2.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. In a large bowl, toss the spinach with half the dressing.
3 min
- 3.
3. Divide the spinach among 4 plates. Top with the pear slices. Sprinkle the bacon, cheese, red pepper, and shallot over each plate. Drizzle with the remaining dressing and serve immediately.
5 min
