APPLE, ROQUEFORT, AND RED LEAF LETTUCE WITH PUMPERNICKEL CROUTONS

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Apple, Roquefort, and Red Leaf Lettuce with Pumpernickel Croutons image

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Fruit     Leafy Green     Pork     Fry     Thanksgiving     Cranberry     Apple     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb thick-cut bacon slices (5), cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide strips
3 slices pumpernickel bread, crusts removed, cut into 1/4-inch dice (1 cup)
1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 Granny Smith apple
1 head red leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces (6 cups)
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup crumbled Roquefort (2 oz)

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, then add pumpernickel to fat in skillet and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and season with salt and pepper.
  • Whisk together vinegar and mustard. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Halve apple lengthwise and core. Cut apple halves crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  • Toss lettuce with cranberries, apple, croutons, half of bacon, and dressing. Divide salad among plates, then dot with Roquefort and sprinkle with remaining bacon.

Saratu Bala
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I wasn't a fan of the Roquefort cheese in this salad, but everything else was great.


Rashaad Petersen
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The dressing is a bit too tangy for my taste, but otherwise this salad is very good.


kmmusic kasoloncream
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This salad is perfect for a light and refreshing lunch or dinner.


Amber Ahtisham
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jabir Jabir
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This is a delicious and easy salad to make. I especially love the addition of the pumpernickel croutons.


Cumar Ismaaciil
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover apples and cheese.


Chimbiko Bekwele
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The apples and Roquefort cheese are a classic pairing, and the red leaf lettuce adds a nice peppery bite.


Adelina Spista
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This is a great salad for a special occasion. It's easy to make and always impresses my guests.


JS Jahid
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I made this salad for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. The dressing was also very easy to make and added a nice tang to the salad.


James Town
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This salad was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet apples, tangy Roquefort cheese, and peppery red leaf lettuce was perfectly balanced. The pumpernickel croutons added a nice crunchy texture and nutty flavor. I highly recommend this salad f