Frisée With Croutons And Spicy Olives Recipes

FRISéE WITH CROUTONS AND SPICY OLIVES

Steps:

• Drop bread cubes into a skillet and sprinkle oil over them. Toss gently and cook over high heat, tossing occasionally, until cubes are browned on all sides. Remove from skillet.
• Mix mustard, garlic, salt, pepper and vinegar in a large serving bowl. Stir in oil.
• Add the frisée, olives and sun-dried tomatoes to the bowl and toss thoroughly. Divide among 4 salad plates and sprinkle the croutons on top.

AUTUMN FRUIT AND FRISEE SALAD WITH PANETTONE CROUTONS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 250 degrees. Scatter the panettone cubes on a baking sheet and bake, tossing occasionally, until crisp and brown, about 1 hour. Be careful that they do not burn. Set aside. Put the cherries, apricots, and raisins in a medium bowl. Measure the honey and vinegar into a small pan or microwave safe bowl. Heat together just until warm. Whisk in 4 tablespoons olive oil and taste for balance. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, if necessary. Pour over the dried fruits. Add the pear, fennel, and salt and pepper to taste. Pour the fruits and dressing over the greens in a salad bowl and toss well. Add the croutons and toss again. Serve immediately.