Bacon-Cabbage Panzanella

Name: Bacon-Cabbage Panzanella
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 - 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/2 medium green cabbage, cut into 2-inch pieces; 5 tbsp. olive oil, divided; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 8 slices bacon, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1/3 loaf (about 8 ounces) dark or marbled rye bread, torn into large chunks; 3 tbsp. apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard; 1/2 large red onion, sliced; 1 large red apple, chopped; 3 oz. blue cheese, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)

This hearty salad is pure comfort food.

By Christopher MichelPublished: Jan 3, 2024

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

4 - 6 serving(s)

Prep Time:

35 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

We've taken panzanella—an Italian summer salad typically made from bread, onions, and tomatoes, and refashioned it into a winter dish incorporating cabbage and apples.

It's full of flavor, with lots of bacon and blue cheese, and is filling enough to be a light meal on its own, or can be part of a larger dinner, as a starter. It's simple, homey, and comes together quickly!

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Ingredients

1/2 medium green cabbage, cut into 2-inch pieces
5 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 slices bacon, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/3 loaf (about 8 ounces) dark or marbled rye bread, torn into large chunks
3 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 large red onion, sliced
1 large red apple, chopped
3 oz. blue cheese, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 475°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Toss together cabbage and 2 tablespoons oil on prepared baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Bake until edges are golden brown, 20 to 23 minutes.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat from the skillet. Add bread and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 5 to 6 minutes.
3. Step 3Whisk together vinegar, mustard, and remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add onion, apple, cabbage, bacon, bread, and blue cheese, and toss to combine. Serve immediately.