Bibb Salad with Parmesan Butter Crostini

Ingredients

• 0.5  baguette loaf cut into 1/ slices
• 1 head butterhead lettuce 
• 1 medium fennel bulb thinly sliced
• 0.3 cup basil leaves fresh packed chopped
• 6 servings kosher salt and pepper black freshly ground
• 3 tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
• 0.3 cup mint leaves packed chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
• 0.3 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
• 4 tablespoons butter unsalted at room temperature

Equipment

• bowl
• baking sheet
• oven
• whisk

Directions

1. Place an oven rack in the lower 1/3 of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.
3. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden. In a small bowl, using a fork, mix the butter and cheese together until smooth.
4. For the salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and oil until combined and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
5. Place the lettuce, fennel, basil, and mint in a salad bowl.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
7. Spread the Parmesan butter on the toasted bread and serve alongside the salad.