Barbaras Apples and Asian Pears with Radicchio, Mint, and Buttermilk Dressing Recipe

Name: Barbaras Apples and Asian Pears with Radicchio, Mint, and Buttermilk Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 extra-large egg yolk; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 2 tablespoons finely diced shallot; 1 to 2 lemons, for juicing; 1/4 cup creme fraiche; 1/4 cup buttermilk; 2 apples, firm, crisp, and juicy; 2 Asian pears; 2 heads radicchio; 2 tablespoons sliced mint; 1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 extra-large egg yolk
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
2 tablespoons finely diced shallot
1 to 2 lemons, for juicing
1/4 cup creme fraiche
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 apples, firm, crisp, and juicy
2 Asian pears
2 heads radicchio
2 tablespoons sliced mint
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Place the egg yolk in a stainless steel bowl.
2
Begin whisking in the grapeseed oil drop by drop, as slowly as you can bear.
3
Continue in this manner until the mixture begins to thicken.
4
Once the mayonnaise has emulsified, you can add the rest of the oil in a slow steady stream, whisking all the time.
5
Combine the shallot, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl, and let sit 5 minutes.
6
Whisk in the creme fraiche and buttermilk.
7
Gently whisk this mixture into the mayonnaise, and taste for balance and seasoning.
8
Slice the apples and Asian pears away from the core.
9
Cut into 1/8-inch thick slices and place them in a large salad bowl.
10
Tear the radicchio into large bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl.
11
Toss the salad with three-quarters of the dressing, and season with salt and pepper.
12
Add a squeeze of lemon and a little more of the dressing if necessary.
13
Transfer to a large chilled platter and scatter the mint and parsley over the top.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 extra-large egg yolk, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, 2 tablespoons finely diced shallot, 1 to 2 lemons, for juicing, and more.

Yes, Barbaras Apples and Asian Pears with Radicchio, Mint, and Buttermilk Dressing falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Barbaras Apples and Asian Pears with Radicchio, Mint, and Buttermilk Dressing

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