Dandelion Salad With Lardons And Goat Cheese Phyllo

Name: Dandelion Salad With Lardons And Goat Cheese Phyllo Blossoms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 8 oz soft mild goat cheese (1 cup) at room temperature; 3 tablespoons heavy cream; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 (17- by 12-inch) sheets phyllo dough, thawed if frozen; 6 oz slab bacon, rind discarded if necessary and bacon cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices, then cut into 1-inch-wide pieces (to form lardons); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot; 2 1/2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 lb dandelion greens, stems and center ribs discarded and leaves cut into 2-inch pieces (10 cups); a muffin tin with 6 (1/2- or 1/3-cup) muffin cups

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
8 oz soft mild goat cheese (1 cup) at room temperature
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 large egg
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 (17- by 12-inch) sheets phyllo dough, thawed if frozen
6 oz slab bacon, rind discarded if necessary and bacon cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices, then cut into 1-inch-wide pieces (to form lardons)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
2 1/2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 lb dandelion greens, stems and center ribs discarded and leaves cut into 2-inch pieces (10 cups)
a muffin tin with 6 (1/2- or 1/3-cup) muffin cups

1
Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375u00b0F. Brush muffin cups with some melted butter.
2
Stir together goat cheese, cream, egg, mustard, and pepper in a bowl until combined well.
3
Cover phyllo with 2 overlapping sheets of plastic wrap and then a dampened kitchen towel. Arrange 1 sheet of phyllo on a work surface, then brush with some melted butter. Cut phyllo into 4 (8 1/2- by 6-inch) rectangles and arrange 2 of them one over the other in a crisscross pattern, then line a muffin cup with overlapping phyllo. Line another muffin cup with remaining 2 phyllo rectangles in same manner. Repeat procedure with remaining 2 phyllo sheets and melted butter, lining remaining 4 muffin cups.
4
Spoon goat cheese filling into cups and loosely gather edges of phyllo over center (if pieces of phyllo break off, arrange in center).
5
Bake phyllo blossoms until tops are golden brown and sides are golden, 25 to 35 minutes, then transfer from pan to a rack to cool slightly.
6
Cook bacon in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 12 minutes. If necessary pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat. Add oil and shallot to skillet and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add vinegar, quickly stirring and scraping up brown bits, then stir in sugar and salt. Immediately pour hot dressing and bacon over dandelion greens in a large bowl and toss well.
7
Divide salad among plates and put a warm goat cheese blossom alongside each salad. Serve immediately.

621

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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

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 8 oz soft mild goat cheese (1 cup) at room temperature, 3 tablespoons heavy cream, 1 large egg, and more.

Yes, Dandelion Salad With Lardons And Goat Cheese Phyllo Blossoms 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.

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Dandelion Salad With Lardons And Goat Cheese Phyllo Blossoms

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