GREEN SALAD WITH CROUTONS

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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 ounces leftover bread, cut into 1-inch pieces, about 2 cups
1 tablespoon virgin olive oil or peanut oil
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1 large clove garlic, peeled, crushed and chopped fine, about 1 teaspoon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
4 tablespoons virgin olive, canola or peanut oil
1 large or 2 small curly endive, cut into 2-inch pieces (8 to 9 cups)

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Place bread cubes in a bowl; sprinkle the tablespoon of oil over them. Toss gently. Arrange cubes on cookie sheet, and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until nicely browned.
In a large serving bowl, mix the mustard, garlic, salt, pepper and vinegar. Stir in the 4 tablespoons of oil.
To serve, add the endive to the dressing. Toss thoroughly, and divide among 6 plates. Top with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 195, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 119 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams