Frisee Salad

Name: Frisee Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 4 cups frisee greens, torn; 4 oz thick-cut bacon, diced; 2 tbsp shallot, minced; 2 tsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp sherry vinegar; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 4 large eggs; 1 tbsp white vinegar; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, ground

A classic French bistro salad featuring crisp frisee greens tossed in a warm bacon vinaigrette and topped with a poached egg.

30 minMediumServes 4340 cal/serving

FrenchSaladStovetopLow CarbGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

4 cups frisee greens, torn
4 oz thick-cut bacon, diced
2 tbsp shallot, minced
2 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp sherry vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 large eggs
1 tbsp white vinegar
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, ground

Instructions

1

In a skillet over medium heat, render 4 oz diced thick-cut bacon until crisp and cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F, about 6 to 8 minutes.
2

Remove cooked thick-cut bacon with a slotted spoon, keeping the pan drippings over low heat.
3

Whisk 2 tbsp minced shallot, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp sherry vinegar, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper into the warm pan drippings to form a warm dressing.
4

Place 4 cups torn frisee greens in a bowl and toss with the warm dressing and rendered thick-cut bacon.
5

Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer, stir in 1 tbsp white vinegar, and poach 4 large eggs for 3 to 4 minutes until whites are set.
6

Divide tossed frisee greens onto plates and top each portion with a poached egg.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Frisee Salad reach?

For Frisee Salad, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 1. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of Dijon mustard in Frisee Salad?

The entry for Frisee Salad calls for 2 tsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Frisee Salad?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Frisee Salad uses 4 oz thick-cut bacon, diced.

Is Frisee Salad gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Frisee Salad is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the mustard.

Does Frisee Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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