From Half Baked Harvest, featuring Dagele Brussles Sprouts, Ely Washington Crossing Cheese, Ely Bacon, Terra Momo Olive Oil, Dagele Shallots, Dwight Miller Apple Cider Vinegar, Solebury Apple Butter, Happy Dirt Satsuma Oranges
6 cups shredded brussels sprouts (about one 12 ounces)1 1/2 cups grated manchego, Washington crosing or parmesan cheese1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts or pecans, roughly chopped1 1/2 cups pomegranate arils6 thick cut slices bacon, chopped1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil1 medium shallot, thinly sliced2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar1 tablespoon apple butter1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves1 teaspoon fresh orange zestkosher salt and black pepperpinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1. In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded brussels sprouts, cheese, hazelnuts, and pomegranate arils.2. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain onto a paper towel. Wipe the skillet clean.3. To make the vinaigrette. Heat the olive oil in the same skillet used to cook the bacon over high heat. When the oil shimmers, add the shallots, cook until fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat, let cool slightly. Add the apple cider vinegar, apple butter, thyme, and orange zest. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.4. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, tossing to combine. Top the salad with bacon. Serve warm or at room temperature.
