Frisee with Lardons and Poached Eggs
- 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 large head frisee (about 5 ounces), washed and spun dry
- 6 ounces (about 4 slices) thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
- 1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
- Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
- Bring a large, deep skillet of water to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer; add the white vinegar.
- Fill a saucepan with warm water; set aside.
- Break an egg into a small bowl; holding the bowl just over the vinegar water, gently slide the egg into the water.
- Repeat with the remaining eggs.
- Poach about 2 minutes (longer for firm yolks).
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the eggs to the pan of warm water.
- Place the frisee in a large bowl; set aside.
- Cook the bacon, stirring occasionally, in a medium saute pan over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
- Add the shallot; cook 1 minute.
- Add the red-wine vinegar; bring to a boil, swirling to combine.
- Pour over the frisee.
- Season with salt and pepper; toss to coat evenly.
- Divide among 4 plates.
- Drain the eggs, and top each salad with one.
- Sprinkle the eggs with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
white vinegar, eggs, head frisee, bacon, shallot, redwine vinegar, salt
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/frisee-with-lardons-and-poached-eggs-392385 (may not work)