Blueberry Salad with Brie Croutons

Name: Blueberry Salad with Brie Croutons
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 1 crusty French bread roll (about 5 or 6 inches long); 2 ounces Brie cheese; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1/4 cup canola oil; Salt and pepper; 6 ounces spring greens; 1/2 pint blueberries (about 1 cup)

December 9, 2011

The saying “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” was written for this salad. It seems like a simple salad with very few ingredients, but something happens when they are all put together. I can’t explain it so you’ll have to trust me on this one. It is absolutely outstanding.

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