CURLY ENDIVE AND APPLE SMOKED BACON SALAD

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Curly Endive and Apple Smoked Bacon Salad image

Provided by Michael Lomonaco

Categories     Salad     Bacon     Summer     Endive

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound thick-cut slab bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (lardons)
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
1 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1 head curly endive, cut into bite-size pieces, well washed and dried
1 cup fresh croutons

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a hot skillet over low heat. Cook completely to render fat. Remove lardons from skillet and reserve on paper towels. From the skillet remove 2 tablespoons of rendered fat to a bowl. Add shallots to fat. Stir in mustard and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in oil until dressing is emulsified.
  • Toss curly endive pieces with bacon, vinaigrette, and croutons.

Hafez Tayub Ali Abu hafsa
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This is the best salad I've had in a long time.


Kevon Woodley
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I can't wait to try this salad at my next party.


Eastsideking313rd
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon.


Ali Jameel
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I would love to try this salad with different types of fruit, like pears or grapes.


shadybug 145
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's just as good the next day.


Prakash Ghale
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I love the dressing on this salad. It's light and flavorful.


Rosa Alvarez
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Keot Prince Mormos
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfect.


nadin Jungkook
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon.


sajjad aman
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I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a new and exciting recipe.


Toma Alexandra
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This salad was easy to make and it turned out beautifully.


Rajosheek Rajosheek
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I'm not a big fan of apples, but I loved them in this salad. They added a nice sweetness.


Abhay Mgr
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I used a different type of cheese in this salad and it turned out great. This recipe is very versatile.


Suhag Khan
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I added some chopped walnuts to this salad for extra crunch. It was delicious!


ngari stanza
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for picnics and potlucks.


Spirit Frost
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I love the smokiness of the bacon in this salad. It really takes it to the next level.


Paisley Camp
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This is my new favorite salad recipe!


Hamzii Hamzii
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I've never been a fan of endive, but this salad changed my mind. It was so delicious and refreshing.


Laal Khan
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was gone in minutes!


Koko Elia
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was amazing.