Bobby Flay's Kentucky Ham Salad

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This salad was created by bobby flay who sees it as a fall salad. i think it would be terrific as a summer salad, too though you may have to substitute for the fresh figs. the combination of ingredients look outstanding and somewhat mediterranean. recipe appeared in people magazine.

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Steps

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Prepare the molasses-mustard dressing.

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Combine all ingredients except the canola oil in a medium bowl and whisk together.

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Slowly whisk in the canola oil until completely blended.

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Put the arugula and figs in a large bowl.

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Add half of the dressing with the salt and pepper and toss gently.

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Divide the greens and figs among four large plates.

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Place a slice or two of ham on each plate.

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Drizzle with dressing and garnish with pecans and green onions.

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Top bread with ricotta and serve with salad.

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Ingredients

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baby arugula, fresh figs, salt and black pepper, country ham, pecan halves, green onions, country bread, ricotta cheese, molasses, water, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, honey, kosher salt, black pepper, canola oil