TASTEful Recipe: Grilled Hearts of Romaine with Figs, Blue Cheese, Honey Mustard Dressing

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Grilled Hearts of Romaine with Figs, Blue Cheese, Honey Mustard Dressing

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 4 Romaine lettuce hearts
• 4 Fresh, ripe figs, halved lengthwise
• 3 Tablespoons olive oil
• Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Dressing Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons grainy mustard
• 1 Tablespoon honey
• 1/4 Teaspoon balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 Cup extra virgin olive oil
• Kosher salt
• Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Method

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the mustard, honey and vinegar until smooth.
• Add olive oil gradually, whisking constantly, until the mixture is smooth and even.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper and set aside.
• Rub the romaine hearts and figs with the olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
• Place on grill with the figs cut side down and cook until golden brown, about two to three minutes.
• Cook the romaine lettuce hearts until golden brown, about two to three minutes per side.
• Cut romaine hearts in half lengthwise and place each half on an individual salad plate.
• Arrange the figs, cut side up, next to the romaine.
• Crumble blue cheese and scatter it over the romaine and figs then drizzle with dressing.
• Serve with crusty bread and additional freshly ground black pepper.

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Photos: Courtesy of Yum Sugar