Salad of Grilled Asparagus with Taleggio Cheese and Serrano Ham |
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In this dish from La Belle Vie in Stillwater, Minnesota, the asparagus could be broiled if that's more convenient. Ingredients:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar |
1 large shallot, finely chopped |
1 teaspoon sugar |
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil |
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed |
6 1/4-inch-thick slices taleggio cheese or fontina cheese (about 6 ounces) |
1 5-ounce bag mixed baby greens |
6 thin slices serrano ham or prosciutto |
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted |
Directions:
1. Prepare barbecue (medium heat) and preheat oven to 425°F. Whisk vinegar, shallot and sugar in small bowl until sugar dissolves. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
2. Arrange asparagus on rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons dressing. Sprinkle asparagus with salt and pepper. Grill asparagus until crisp-tender, turning occasionally, about 6 minutes. Return asparagus to same sheet. Drizzle with additional 1/3 cup dressing; top with cheese. Bake until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Place greens in large bowl. Add 1/4 cup dressing and toss to coat. Using spatula, divide asparagus among 6 plates. Arrange greens alongside. Drape ham over greens. Sprinkle pine nuts over salads. Serve with remaining dressing.
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