Curly-Endive Salad with Bacon and Poached Eggs

Name: Curly-Endive Salad with Bacon and Poached Eggs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups 1/2-inch cubes good-quality white bread; 6 tablespoons olive oil; Salt; Fresh-ground black pepper; 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips; 2 small heads curly endive (about 1 1/2 pounds in all), torn into bite-size pieces (about 5 quarts); 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon red- or white-wine vinegar; 4 eggs; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

1
Put a large frying pan over moderate heat.
2
Toss the bread cubes with 2 tablespoons of the oil and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
3
Put them in the pan and cook, stirring frequently, until crisp and brown, about 5 minutes.
4
Remove the croutons from the pan.
5
Add the bacon to the pan and cook until crisp.
6
Remove and drain.
7
Put in a large glass or stainless-steel bowl with the endive.
8
Pour off all but 1/4 cup of the fat from the pan.
9
Fill a saucepan two-thirds full with water.
10
Add the 1 teaspoon vinegar and bring to a boil.
11
Break each egg into a cup or small bowl and slide one at a time into the water.
12
Reduce the heat to a bare simmer.
13
Poach the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks are still soft, about 3 minutes.
14
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
15
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
16
To the fat in the pan, add the remaining 4 tablespoons oil, the garlic, thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
17
Warm the dressing over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until the garlic barely starts to brown, about 2 minutes.
18
Add the remaining 3 tablespoons vinegar and remove from the heat.
19
Toss the dressing with the endive and bacon until the endive wilts slightly.
20
Add the croutons and toss again.
21
Put on plates.
22
Top each salad with a warm egg.

652

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Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups 1/2-inch cubes good-quality white bread, 6 tablespoons olive oil, Salt, Fresh-ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Curly-Endive Salad with Bacon and Poached Eggs falls under the Salads 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!