Butter Lettuce and Bitter Greens With Ham, Pears an

Name: Butter Lettuce and Bitter Greens With Ham, Pears and Pecorino
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pears, peeled, halved, cored; ¼ cup honey; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; ¼ cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ½ teaspoon thyme leaves, fresh; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper, freshly ground; 1 pinch red pepper, ground; 4 cups baby arugula, stems removed (or other bitter greens); 2 heads butter lettuce, torn into pieces; 14 onion, small red thinly sliced; 14 lb ham, cut into 1/4-inch cubes; ½ cup pine nuts, toasted (or walnuts); 4 ounces pecorino cheese, shaved

Servings: persons

4 pears, peeled, halved, cored
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon thyme leaves, fresh
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper, freshly ground
1 pinch red pepper, ground
4 cups baby arugula, stems removed (or other bitter greens)
2 heads butter lettuce, torn into pieces
14 onion, small red thinly sliced
14 lb ham, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
½ cup pine nuts, toasted (or walnuts)
4 ounces pecorino cheese, shaved

1
Heat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Lay pear halves cut side up in a baking dish; drizzle with honey.
3
Bake until pears are soft, 20-25 minutes; sprinkle with the brown sugar.
4
Turn on the broiler; broil pears until brown sugar begins to bubble, about 2 minutes.
5
Let stand at least 30 minutes.
6
Whisk together the cider vinegar, olive oil, thyme, salt, black pepper and red pepper; set aside.
7
Toss together the arugula, butter lettuce, onion and ham in a large bowl; divide mixture onto four plates.
8
Place a pear half on side of each plate.
9
Sprinkle with pine nuts.
10
Drizzle each plate with dressing; top with pecorino shavings.

3257

kcal

Calories

196

Fat

101

Carbs

289

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pears, peeled, halved, cored, ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Butter Lettuce and Bitter Greens With Ham, Pears and Pecorino falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Butter Lettuce and Bitter Greens With Ham, Pears and Pecorino

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