Wilted Endive Salad

Name: Wilted Endive Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4-6 servings.
Ingredients: 2 bacon strips, diced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion; 2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar; 2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 bunch curly endive, torn; 4 slices bread, cubed and toasted

The blend of seasonings, greens and warm bacon dressing makes this salad a sure hit. My guess is that it'll be a favorite at your next gathering.

Ingredients

2 bacon strips, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bunch curly endive, torn
4 slices bread, cubed and toasted

Directions

In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Add oil to drippings; saute garlic and onion until tender. Stir in vinegar, tarragon, salt and pepper.
In a large bowl, toss the endive, bread cubes and bacon. Pour the warm dressing over salad and serve immediately.

Originally published as Wilted Endive Salad in Country June/July 1998