Grilled Hearts of Romaine

Yes, this is grilled, and it's as fun to make as it is to eat.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole heart of romaine
• Olive oil
• Balsamic vinegar
• 6 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
• 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, shredded

Preparation:

• Heat grill side to 6.
• Slice a thin slice off the core end of the romaine, just to clean it up a bit
• Cut lengthways down the middle of the romaine, making two equal halves.
• Brush each half with olive oil and place cut side down on grill.
• Grill a few minutes, just until leaves begin to wilt and edges start to get a tiny bit brown. Turn and repeat.
• Remove from grill and put on plate.
• Drizzle each half with balsamic vinegar and a little more oil - then sprinkle with bacon and cheese.
• Season with a little Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.

Serves 2. To serve more, just double or triple as necessary.