SPINACH, PEAR AND PANCETTA SALAD - BOBBY FLAY

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Another recipe from Bobby Flay. This is a wonderful salad. Serve it with Mesa Grill's Pumpkin Soup With Mexican Cinnamon Creme Fraiche for a fantastic fall meal.

Provided by Simply Chris

Categories     Spinach

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ounces pancetta, diced or 4 ounces bacon
1 small shallot, minced
1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
1/4 cup olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
10 ounces fresh spinach leaves
2 bosc pears, halved, cored and thinly sliced
1 small red onion, finely sliced

Steps:

  • Saute pancetta or bacon in skillet over medium heat until crisp.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Pour all but 1 tablespoon of the drippings out.
  • Add shallots and cook until soft.
  • Add vinegar, mustard and thyme, whisk to blend.
  • Add oil and whisk to blend.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Keep warm.
  • Combine spinach, pears, red onion and pancetta in a large bowl.
  • Toss with enough dressing to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 72.1, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 9.2, Protein 2.7

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