Spinach Salad with Pears & Candied Pecans |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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A tasty combination of pears, blue cheese and spinach make this salad a standout. The sugared pecans add a nice crunch and a bit of sweetness. If you like poppy seeds, feel free to add some to the vinaigrette.—Tamara Stimpson, Zephyr, Ontario Ingredients:
1 tablespoon butter |
3 tablespoons brown sugar |
1 cup pecan halves |
2/3 cup canola oil |
1/2 cup sugar |
1/3 cup lemon juice |
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion |
1 teaspoon salt |
2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach |
2 medium pears, peeled and cubed |
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese |
Directions:
1. In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add brown sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until dissolved. Add pecans; cook for 3-5 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently. Spread onto foil to cool.
2. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, lemon juice, onion and salt; set aside. Just before serving, in a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, pears, cheese and candied pecans. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Yield: 12 servings.
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