Spring Greens with Pears, Sugared Walnuts & Gorgonzola

Ingredients

• 6 cups Spring Mix Salad Greens
• 2 whole Red Pears, Cored And Thinly Sliced
• Your Choice Of Fresh Herbs, To Taste (optional)
• 8 ounces, weight Gorgonzola Cheese, Coarsely Crumbled
• 1 cup Walnut Halves
• 2 Tablespoons White Sugar
• 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
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• FOR THE DRESSING:
• ½ cups Oil
• ⅓ cups Red Wine Vinegar
• 2 Tablespoons Sugar
• ½ teaspoons Ground Mustard
• ½ teaspoons Salt
• ¼ teaspoons Garlic Powder

Preparation Instructions

Salad: Combine spring greens, pears and herbs (if desired) in a large salad bowl. Top with cooled sugared walnuts.

Right before serving, toss salad with desired amount of dressing. Add gorgonzola crumbles at the very last, tossing lightly to incorporate into the salad.

Sugared walnuts: In a small pan, saute walnuts and white and brown sugar over medium heat until walnuts are caramelized, stirring often (they will be light brown and coated with melted sugar), approximately 4-6 minutes. Spread the walnuts on foil or waxed paper. After they cool, break apart.

For the dressing: Combine oil, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt and garlic powder in a jar or container with a lid and shake well. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss.