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Greens with Pears and Pecans Salad

 
   
   
   
Ingredients -  
   

1/2 cup Pecan Halves
2 tablespoons Cider Vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped Shallots
Sea Salt, to taste
Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
7 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
1 quart Baby Salad Greens (such as mache, mizuna, arugula, watercress), washed and dried
4 Seckel Pears, quartered, cored and sliced
1/4 pound Blue Cheese, preferably made with buttermilk, crumbled

 
   
Preparation:  
   

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread the pecans out on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until they smell nutty, 7 to 10 minutes. Stir the pecans once or twice as they toast. Transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool.

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, shallots, salt and pepper. Slowly drizzle in the oil, whisking to incorporate. Taste and correct the seasonings.

In a large bowl, toss together the greens, pears, cheese and dressing. Taste and add more salt and pepper if necessary. Sprinkle the nuts on top and serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings.