ESCAROLE SALAD WITH BACON, CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE

Escarole Salad with Bacon, Caramelized Onions and Blue Cheese Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 strips bacon (about 4 ounces)
1 large onion, thinly sliced (about 3 1/2 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces mild blue cheese, such as Maytag, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large head escarole, coarsely chopped (about 1 pound or 12 cups chopped)

Steps:

1. Cook the bacon over medium heat in a medium skillet until crispy, about 12 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. To the drippings add the sliced onions and toss well. Cook until deep brown and well caramelized, stirring occasionally, another 25 minutes. Season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl stir together the cheese, vinegar and oil. The dressing will be chunky and not completely emulsified. Place the escarole in a large serving bowl and crumble the bacon over it. When the onions are done and still warm, sprinkle over the escarole along with the dressing. Toss well just before serving and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 5.5 grams, Cholesterol 20 milligrams, Sodium 449 milligrams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 1 grams