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                                            Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 10  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    âWhen you take this wonderful salad to a holiday gathering or serve it at home, you will get rave reviews and many requests for the recipe,â predicts field editor Edie DeSpain of Logan, Utah. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                1/2 cup lemon juice  |  
                                                1/2 cup sugar  |  
                                                2 teaspoons finely chopped onion  |  
                                                1 teaspoon dijon mustard  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon salt  |  
                                                2/3 cup vegetable oil  |  
                                                1 tablespoon poppy seeds  |  
                                                1 bunch romaine, torn  |  
                                                1 cup (4 ounces) shredded swiss cheese  |  
                                                1 cup unsalted cashews  |  
                                                1 medium apple, chopped  |  
                                                1 medium pear, chopped  |  
                                                1/4 cup dried cranberries  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a blender, combine the lemon juice, sugar, onion, mustard and salt. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Transfer to a small pitcher or bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled. 2. In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, cashews, apple, pear and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Yield: 10 servings.                              | 
                         
                         
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