Preheat oven to 180°C

Arrange 8 x 1 tablespoons of parmesan in circles on a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper and bake for 10 minutes or until crisp. Set aside to cool

Increase oven to 200°C

Place the pears, oil, sugar, salt and pepper on a baking tray and toss to coat

Roast for 15-20 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Set aside

Place the pancetta on a baking tray and cook for 8 minutes until crisp

Divide the lettuce between plates and top with the parmesan wafers, pancetta and pear

Combine the buttermilk and vinegar and drizzle over the salad to serve