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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 15 |
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A friend who does a lot of catering fixed this salad for our staff Christmas party several years ago, and we all asked for the recipe. The unexpected sweet-salty mix and lovely dressing make it a hit with everyone. âArlene Muller, Kingwood, Texas Ingredients:
1 bunch romaine, torn |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded swiss cheese |
1 cup salted cashews |
1 medium pear, thinly sliced |
1/2 cup dried cranberries |
poppy seed vinaigrette: |
2/3 cup olive oil |
1/2 cup sugar |
1/3 cup lemon juice |
2 to 3 teaspoons poppy seeds |
2 teaspoons finely chopped red onion |
1 teaspoon prepared mustard |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
Directions:
1. In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, cashews, pear and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Yield: 15 servings.
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