GRAND MARNIER FARM SALAD WITH
GRILLED  CHEESE TOASTS

YIELD: SERVES 4


1/4   cup minced shallot
1       clove of garlic, minced
1/4   cup Grand Marnier
2       tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
3       tablespoons fresh orange juice
1       tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2-3    teaspoons Dijon mustard
1       teaspoon Mated orange rind - zest
1/2   cup olive oil
2-3    tablespoons walnut oil
3/4    pound mixed baby greens
1/2    cup toasted walnut pieces plus
1/4    cup chopped walnuts
1/2    pound cheese, such as Roquefort, Gruyere or    Chevre
8        slices French bread, buttered and lightly toasted


In a small heavy saucepan over moderate heat combine the shallot, garlic, Grand Marnier, and Baltic vinegar, bring the liquid to a boil, and reduce it to 2 tablespoons. In a bowl combine the reduction with the orange juice, lemon juice, mustard, orange rind, and salt and pepper to taste. Add the oils in a stream, whisking, and whisk the mixture until it is emulsified. In a bowl toss the baby greens and walnut pieces with the dressing.


Spread the cheese on the toasts, sprinkle it with the chopped walnuts, and broil under a preheated broiler about 6 inches from the heat for I minute, or until the cheese is heated through. Arrange the salad on plates and garnish each with the toasts.



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