Curly-Endive Salad with Bacon and Poached Eggs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Curly-Endive Salad with Bacon and Poached Eggs is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 c. 1/2-inch cubes good-quality white bread
- 6 tbsp. olive oil
- fresh-ground black pepper
- 1/2 lb. sliced bacon
- 2 small heads curly endive (about 1 1/2 pounds in all)
- 3 tbsp. plus 1 teaspoon red- or white-wine vinegar
- 4 eggs
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
Instructions
- Put a large frying pan over moderate heat. Toss the bread cubes with 2 tablespoons of the oil and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Put them in the pan and cook, stirring frequently, until crisp and brown, about 5 minutes. Remove the croutons from the pan.
- Add the bacon to the pan and cook until crisp. Remove and drain. Put in a large glass or stainless-steel bowl with the endive. Pour off all but 1/4 cup of the fat from the pan.
- Fill a saucepan two-thirds full with water. Add the 1 teaspoon vinegar and bring to a boil. Break each egg into a cup or small bowl and slide one at a time into the water. Reduce the heat to a bare simmer. Poach the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks are still soft, about 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- To the fat in the pan, add the remaining 4 tablespoons oil, the garlic, thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Warm the dressing over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until the garlic barely starts to brown, about 2 minutes. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons vinegar and remove from the heat. Toss the dressing with the endive and bacon until the endive wilts slightly. Add the croutons and toss again. Put on plates. Top each salad with a warm egg.
- Wine Recommendation: The great name of Chablis has been debased by oceans of jug wine misappropriating the appellation. Real Chablis is made from chardonnay and has tangy apple and pear flavors that will be spectacular with this salad.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Curly-Endive Salad with Bacon and Poached Eggs recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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