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Boston Lettuce Wedges with Zinfandel Vinaigrette and Stilton
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Boston Lettuce Wedges with Zinfandel Vinaigrette and Stilton

Ingredients

  • 2 large heads Boston lettuce
  • 3 tablespoons Zinfandel vinegar or other good-quality red-wine vinegar (preferably "O" brand)
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup walnut oil
  • 1 cup walnut pieces, toasted
  • 1/4 pound Stilton, crumbled or shaved (with a cheese plane)

Instructions

Step 1

Quarter lettuce heads lengthwise, keeping stem ends attached. Carefully wash in cold water, then dry in a salad spinner.

Step 2

Whisk together vinegar, shallot, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper, then add oils in a slow stream, whisking until combined.

Step 3

Spoon vinaigrette over lettuce wedges, then scatter with nuts and cheese.