KALE SALAD WITH PANCETTA AND PECORINO

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 anchovy fillets, drained
1 large garlic clove
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 extra-large egg yolks, at room temperature
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, at room temperature (2 lemons)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2/3 cup good olive oil, plus extra to cook the pancetta
1/4 cup freshly grated Italian Pecorino cheese
1 pound lacinato kale (also called dinosaur or Tuscan kale)
4 ounces pancetta, small-diced
1 cup (1/2-inch-diced) bread cubes, crusts removed
1/2 cup shaved Italian Pecorino cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • For the dressing, place the anchovies, garlic, mustard, egg yolks, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Process for 30 seconds until smooth. With the processor running, slowly pour the olive oil through the feed tube, until the mixture emulsifies. Add the grated Pecorino and process just until combined. Transfer to a container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Wash the kale and spin it dry in a salad spinner. Remove the rib from each leaf. Stack the leaves and slice them thinly crosswise, as you would coleslaw. Place the kale in a large bowl and toss with enough dressing to moisten.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium (10-inch) saute pan. Add the pancetta and cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes, tossing frequently, until browned and crisp. Transfer the pancetta with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels. Add the bread cubes to the pan, sprinkle with salt, and saute for 5 to 7 minutes, tossing frequently, until evenly browned. Add the pancetta, toasted bread, and shaved Pecorino to the kale and toss with large spoons. Serve at room temperature.

Abrilo King
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This salad is just okay. I wouldn't make it again.


Zaidkhan khan
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more spices or herbs to the dressing.


Sondos Nasr
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The dressing is too oily. I would recommend using less olive oil.


Charles Blackman
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This salad is a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less pancetta and pecorino.


Ghulam Muhmmad
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and healthy.


Tinomudaishe Machine
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover kale. I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


ULuthando Truth
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I was a bit hesitant to try this salad because I'm not a big fan of kale, but I was pleasantly surprised. The dressing really brings out the flavor of the kale and the pancetta and pecorino add a nice salty crunch.


Mojidul Islam
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of kale, pancetta, and pecorino.


Nutzo locc
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your daily dose of greens.


Kirbylj Johnson
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This kale salad is a fantastic balance of flavors and textures. The salty pancetta and pecorino contrast perfectly with the bitter kale and sweet dressing.