Name: Asparagus and Serrano Ham Salad with Toasted Almonds
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb thin asparagus, trimmed and peeled; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons finely chopped blanched almonds; 2 tablespoons coarse dry bread crumbs; 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin; 3 tablespoons Sherry vinegar; 1 medium head escarole, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips (6 cups); 1/2 lb sliced serrano ham or prosciutto

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Asparagus and Serrano Ham Salad with Toasted AlmondsBeatriz Da Costa

(Amanida amb Epàrrec i Pernil)

A Catalan composed salad, or amanida, may be made of almost anything, though ham, sausage, or anchovies are often included.

Traditionally, the ingredients are added to the final presentation individually rather than mixed together.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 15 min

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