Frisée Pear Blue Cheese Bowl (Print View)

Bitter frisée meets sweet pears, tangy blue cheese, and crispy prosciutto in a zesty vinaigrette dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Greens & Fruits

01 - 1 large head frisée lettuce, washed and torn into bite-size pieces
02 - 2 ripe pears, cored and thinly sliced

→ Dairy & Cheese

03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled

→ Meats

04 - 4 slices prosciutto

→ Nuts

05 - 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1 teaspoon honey
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to Prepare:

01 - Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add prosciutto slices and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then break into bite-size pieces.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
03 - Place frisée in a large salad bowl. Add sliced pears, blue cheese, toasted walnuts, and crispy prosciutto pieces.
04 - Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately, garnished with extra blue cheese or walnuts if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A perfect harmony of sweet, salty, and bitter flavors.
  • Satisfying textural variety with creamy cheese, crunchy nuts, and crispy meat.
  • Elegant enough for a dinner party yet simple enough for a 25-minute meal.
02 -
  • Choose pears that are ripe but still firm to ensure they hold their shape when sliced.
  • Toast the walnuts in a dry pan for a few minutes to enhance their depth of flavor.
  • Break the prosciutto into smaller pieces only after it has cooled to keep it extra crispy.
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