Ingredients
For the Parmesan Frico Cups:
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
For the Citrus Vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
For the Spinach Salad:
- 6 ounces baby spinach leaves (about 6 cups)
- 1 orange, cut into segments
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- Special equipment: a silpat mat, a muffin tin, and a small drinking glass
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
For the Parmesan Frico Cups:
Place a silpat mat on a baking sheet. Place 6 (1/4-cup) mounds of Parmesan cheese on the mat and gently tap down until each mound is flat and 4 1/2 to 5 inches in diameter. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden and bubbly. Working quickly, use a thin spatula to transfer the Parmesan Frico to a muffin tin. Gently place a small drinking glass on top of the Parmesan Frico to mold it into the shape 1 of the muffin cups. Let cool until firm, about 5 minutes. Continue with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
For the Citrus Vinaigrette:
Combine all the ingredients in a jar or a tight-sealing plastic container. Shake to blend.
For the Spinach Salad:
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to combine. Divide the salad among the Parmesan Frico Cups and serve immediately.



















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By annexj9_11869653
langhorne , PA
on September 26, 2011
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best salad recipe ever. The dressing alone was amazing.
By nfam6_1380727
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on September 06, 2011
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Made with Asiago cheese (as that's what I had on hand. Turned out beautifully. The whole family enjoyed them and I will make them again.
By Mindy82011
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on August 04, 2011
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YUM is all I can say!
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