SMOKED TURKEY SALAD with BERRY DRESSING
4 servings
Dressing:
1 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp mild onion, minced
1 tsp dried thyme, crumbled (or 1 Tbsp fresh)
1/2 pint basket fresh blackberries or raspberries
1/4 cup BIG INDIAN PORTER
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp honey Salad:
1/4 cup peanut oil
2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
8 cups mixed greens (leaf lettuce, romaine, chicory, etc)
3/4 pound smoked turkey, cut into strips
3/4 cup fresh blackberries or raspberries
1 cup walnuts, toasted Dressing: Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add onions and thyme and saute for about 2 minutes. Add berries and porter. Boil until reduced to a thick glaze, stirring frequently, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add the stock and boil until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup, about 15 minutes or so. Whisk in mustard and honey. Cover and set aside.
Salad: Whisk the oil and vinegar together. Add the greens, turkey, berries and walnuts. Toss gently. Divide the salad onto plates. Bring the dressing to a simmer and drizzle over salad before serving.