Wednesday, 08 December 2010
This is totally taken from Sandra Lee's Semi Homemade page on FoodNetwork.com. I've made this salad numerous times and even turned my goat cheese hating friend Monika into a goat cheese fan. I have to say I love the idea behind the "Semi Homemade"...it totally takes the pressure off of being gourmet or whatever. Don't ever think you can't get a little help or use a shortcut buy using store bought products. It's all about the love and passion you put into your dish that makes the difference. The crispy proscuitto croutons will be a big hit! This is a definite winner! ENJOY!
For the dressing:
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate juice
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon garlic and herb dressing mix
For the salad:
- 3 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 (5-ounce) bag pre-washed baby arugula
- 3/4 pound smoked turkey breast, pieces rolled into cylinders
- 1 (15-ounce) can sliced pears, drained
- 3 ounces goat cheese
- 1/3 cup glazed walnuts and/or almonds
Directions
In a small bowl, whisk together pomegranate juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and salad dressing mix; set aside.
Separate prosciutto slices, tear or chop into 1/2-inch pieces.
In a medium frying pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, add prosciutto pieces and brown on all sides (approximately 3 to 4 minutes); set aside on paper towels.
In a large bowl, add arugula and salad dressing. Toss to combine and place on a platter.
Top with rolled up turkey slices, pear slices and crumbled goat cheese. Garnish with glazed nuts and prosciutto "croutons".
