The Continental at Ford House is an award-winning restaurant offering an array of delicious plates inspired by your favorite seasonal comfort foods, all while showcasing exquisite views of Ford Cove and Lake St. Clair. With indoor and outdoor seating, a full bar, and options for the little ones in your family, The Continental is the ideal way to treat your senses to the rich tapestry of offerings available.
Pear and Gorgonzola Salad:
The dish was prepared using the Eclipse White wine and will pair well with the Semi-dry Riesling.
This is a wonderful fall salad. Pears are at their peak of freshness; arugula adds a nice peppery element. The candied pecans are a perfect pairing as a subtle but sweet addition. This is a crowd-pleaser.
Recipe:
4oz Arugula
2oz baby spinach (cleaned and washed)
3oz gorgonzola crumble
1/2 pear cored and cut into slivers
1oz candied pecan.
Toss in a clean bowl with heron hill vinaigrette. Top with slivered pears! Enjoy.
Vinaigrette recipe:
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 tsp minced garlic
2 tsp salt and pepper
2oz Dijon mustard
2tsp honey
1 small shallot (minced)
1/3 cup Heron Hill white wine
1/2 cup blended oil.
2tsp fresh tarragon.
Add all ingredients except oil in a food processor. Pulse to emulsify. Slowly add oil in a steady stream to emulsify. Check for seasoning, Label, date, and store in cooler for up to 6 days.
Heron Hill is a Ford family winery. Learn more about Heron Hill at https://www.heronhill.com/
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