Three-Lettuce Salad
1 head arugula (1/3 pound)
2 heads Belgian endive
1 head radicchio
12 thin slices Parma ham
Toss lettuces with vinaigrette (see recipe, below). To serve, place 2 slices ham on each plate and top with salad.
Sun-Dried-Cherry Vinaigrette
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon champagne vinegar
1 egg white
1 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons ruby port
Salt and pepper to taste
3 ounces sun-dried cherries, chopped
Combine all ingredients except cherries in blender, thinning with more lemon juice or water as needed. Add cherries, blend slightly.
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