HONEY PECAN & GOAT CHEESE SALAD

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I had this published in Taste of Home Magazine in 2013. Goat cheese is a family favorite of ours.

Provided by G F

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 c chopped pecans
2 Tbsp honey, divided
1/2 c olive oil, divided
2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 c flour
1 egg
3/4 c seasoned bread crumbs
8 oz soft goat cheese
4 c mixed spring greens

Steps:

  • 1. In a small saute pan, combine pecans and 2 teaspoons honey. Saute for 1 minute then cool.
  • 2. For dressing; in a small bowl, whisk 1/3 cup oil, vinegar, remaining honey, salt and pepper; set aside.
  • 3. Place the flour, egg and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls.
  • 4. Shape cheese into eight balls; flatten slightly.
  • 5. Coat cheese with flour, then dip in egg and coat with bread crumbs.
  • 6. Heat remaining oil in a large skillet over medium-hight heat. Fry cheese for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Divide salad greens among four plates; top with cheese. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with honey pecans.

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