Ingredients

2 celery stalks, plus leaves for garnish

2 Belgian endives

1 1/2 ounces blue cheese (preferably Maytag), crumbled, plus more for garnish

2 tablespoon sherry vinegar

Coarse salt

Freshly ground pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Preparation

Cut celery into 3-inch pieces, then slice each piece lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick strips. Halve each endive lengthwise, cut out core, and slice each half lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick strips.

Whisk together blue cheese, vinegar, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified.

Toss celery and endive with dressing; season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish with celery leaves and blue cheese.