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Melt butter in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add apple slices and saute until golden brown, turning occasionally, about 6 minutes.
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Cover; cook until very tender, about 1 minute.
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Transfer apple slices and pan juices to blender and cool.
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Add oil, vinegar, and shallots.
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Blend until smooth.
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Add cider, 2 tablespoons at a time, blending to pourable consistency.
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Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
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DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
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Cover and chill.
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Bring to room temperature before using.
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Preheat oven to 400F.
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Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray.
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Place panettone in large bowl.
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Melt butter in small skillet over medium heat.
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Add garlic, sage, and thyme.
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Saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Pour butter mixture over panettone; toss to coat.
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Add cheese and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss.
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Spread cubes on prepared sheet.
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Bake croutons until pale golden, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes.
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Cool on baking sheet up to 6 hours.
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Place radicchio in large bowl of water and ice.
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Chill at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours.
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Saute pancetta in large skillet over medium heat until crisp; transfer to paper towels to drain.
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Cook brussels sprouts in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 7 minutes; drain.
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DO AHEAD: Can be prepared 2 hours ahead.
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Let stand at room temperature.
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Combine croutons, pancetta, and brussels sprouts in large bowl.
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Drain radicchio very well and add to salad.
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Add enough vinaigrette to coat, tossing to blend well.
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Transfer salad to large shallow bowl.
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Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds, if desired.
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*A sweet, fruit-filled egg bread; available at specialty foods stores, Italian markets, and many bakeries.