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EVERYTHING BAGEL SALAD

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For pesto

2 cups packed basil leaves 2 tablespoon­s toasted pine nuts 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup olive oil, or more to taste Zest and juice of 1 lemon Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes Kosher salt

For salad

3 tablespoon­s extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 everything bagel, torn into bite-sized pieces 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar Juice of 1 lemon Sea salt Crushed red pepper flakes 6 cups baby spinach or arugula, or a mix of both 1/4 cup freshly shaved Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon Everything Bagel spice blend

Make pesto: In blender or food processor, combine all ingredient­s except salt and pulse until smooth but still a bit chunky, about 1 minute. Add a little more olive oil if it seems too thick. Taste and add salt as needed. Store refrigerat­ed in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Make salad: In large skillet, heat 2 tablespoon­s olive oil over medium heat. When oil shimmers, add bagel pieces and cook, tossing occasional­ly, until crispy and toasted, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

In medium bowl, toss together beans, 1/3 cup pesto, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice and a pinch of salt and red pepper flakes.

Add salad greens, shaved Parmesan and Everything Bagel spice and toss to combine. Divide salad among four bowls and top with bagel croutons. Serves 4.

— Adapted from “Half Baked Harvest Super Simple” by Tieghan Gerard (Clarkson Potter; October 2019)

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