The iceberg wedge with pancetta and gorgonzola dressing is a classic dish that combines the crunch of iceberg lettuce with the salty, smoky flavor of pancetta and the creamy richness of gorgonzola cheese. With its simple yet elegant presentation, it's a perfect appetizer or side dish for any occasion. The key to making this dish is to use high-quality ingredients and to balance the flavors carefully.
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ICEBERG WEDGE WITH CHUNKY GORGONZOLA DRESSING
Make and share this Iceberg Wedge With Chunky Gorgonzola Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Brookelynne26
Categories Pork
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the Salad: Cook pancetta in large skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain the extra fat and set aside.
- For the Gorgonzola Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in olive oil. Add 1/2 cup of Gorgonzola to the bowl and mash with a fork. Add the sour cream and whisk together. Serve or store in an airtight container, in the refrigerator, for up to 1 week.
- To assemble: Arrange iceberg wedges on plates. Spoon dressing over wedges and garnish with pancetta, radishes, cherry tomato halves, and remaining gorgonzola crumbles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.9, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 35.3, Sodium 492.4, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.2, Protein 8.1
ICEBERG WEDGE SALAD WITH CREAMY GORGONZOLA DRESSING
Provided by Brad Sorenson
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, and gorgonzola. Using a wooden spoon, stir the mixture to combine the cheese through the mixture. Loosen up the mix with the buttermilk, a tablespoon at a time, until it comes to a salad dressing consistency. Season the mix with salt, and pepper, to taste. Stir in the fresh herbs.
- Place a wedge of lettuce on a plate, coat liberally with the blue cheese dressing, and crumble some cooked bacon on top of the dressing. Dress each plate with 2 halved tomatoes, some blue cheese, and season with a little bit of salt and pepper.
CREAMY PANCETTA DRESSING AND ICEBERG LETTUCE
I adopted this recipe from Recipezaar and have since made the recipe. It's very good and the only change I made was using 1 teaspoon dried thyme, as I didn't have fresh in the garden. The original poster said this recipe was adapted from Michael Chiarello.
Provided by Kim D.
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat.
- When the pan is hot, add the olive and heat.
- When the oil is hot, add pancetta and saute, and caramelize for about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Stir onion into mixture, toss and saute for another 10 minutes, until the onion begins to brown.
- Add garlic, thyme, and cider vinegar, and remove from heat.
- Allow mixture to cool for about a 1/2 an hour.
- Place cooled mixture into bowl, add mayonnaise and sour cream.
- Season with black pepper, to taste.
- Serve over iceberg wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.8, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 13.5, Sodium 163.5, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.1, Protein 2.1
ICEBERG WEDGE WITH WARM BACON AND BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
Categories Cheese Leafy Green Onion Pork Appetizer Quick & Easy Mayonnaise Blue Cheese Lemon Bacon Spring Summer Lettuce Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix first 4 ingredients in medium bowl. Add blue cheese and stir until well blended. If too thick, thin with buttermilk by tablespoonfuls to desired consistency. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
- Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until golden brown and beginning to crisp. Arrange lettuce on plates. Spoon dressing over. Using slotted spoon, transfer warm bacon from skillet onto salads, dividing equally. Garnish with red onion.
ICEBERG WEDGES WITH GORGONZOLA DRESSING
This simple salad gets its zing from crumbled Gorgonzola cheese in the dressing.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine everything but the lettuce. Mash some of the cheese to thicken dressing.
- Core the lettuce and cut into 8 wedges. To serve, drizzle dressing over top of wedges and sprinkle with ground pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g
Tips:
- To make the perfect iceberg wedge salad, start with a crisp, fresh head of iceberg lettuce. Cut it into quarters and remove the core.
- For the dressing, use a combination of mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, and blue cheese. You can also add a splash of white vinegar or lemon juice for a bit of tanginess.
- When cooking the pancetta, be sure to render it until it is crispy. This will give it a nice smoky flavor.
- To assemble the salad, place a wedge of iceberg lettuce on a plate. Top with pancetta, tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled blue cheese. Drizzle with the dressing and serve immediately.
Conclusion:
The iceberg wedge salad is a classic American dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its crispy lettuce, smoky pancetta, and creamy blue cheese dressing, the iceberg wedge salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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