Carla Hall's Winter Greens with Pears, Aged Cheddar, and Almonds

Check out this refreshing salad.

skill level

Easy

time

1-30min

servings

cost

Contributed by : Carla Hall

Carla tries to always shop local, and you should too. This salad is a great place to start.

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step 1

ingredients 4 medium heads Belgian Endive

instructions Remove the outer leaves of the endives and cut in half lengthwise. Cut into 1 inch thick slices on the bias.
step 2

ingredients 2 medium Shallots (Finely Diced)
1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
2 tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Freshly Ground Black Pepper

instructions Next mix the shallots, vinegar, and salt in a bowl. Set aside for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to marry. Whisk the olive oil into the vinegar mixture and season with pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
step 3

ingredients 1 Bunch Watercress (thick stems trimmed and cut into 3 inch sprigs)
1 Large pear (thinly sliced)
1 tablespoon Chives (cut at an angle into 1/4 inch lengths)
1 tablespoon Flat Leaf Parsley (coarsely chopped)

instructions Combine the endive, watercress, pear, chives, parsley and vinaigrette in a large bowl and toss to coat.
step 4

ingredients 1/3 cup Almonds (toasted and coarsely chopped)
1/4 cup Crumbled Aged NY Cheddar Cheese

instructions Arrange on a platter and top with the almonds and cheese.
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