12.07.2017

Red-Apple Walnut Salad...

4 red apples chopped
1/4 cup orange juice
2 (16 oz. bags mixed salad greens)
1 (6 oz. carton Gorgonzola cheese)
3/4 cup pomegranate seeds or raisins
1 recipe candied walnuts
1 recipe winter salad dressing

One half hour before serving time, combine apples and orange juice to keep apples fresh.  At serving time drain off juices.  Place everything in a bowl and mix.

Candied Walnuts
1/2 cup sugar
2 Tbs. water
1 cup walnuts

Line a baking sheet with well-greased foil or parchment paper.  Place sugar and water in a small saucepan; stir to moisten sugar evenly.  Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook and stir until sugar melts and caramelizes to a rich brown color.  Watch carefully so it doesn't burn.  Remove from heat and add walnuts and stir with a fork to cover.  Place nuts on baking sheet in an even layer.  Let cool until caramel hardens.  This step can be made days ahead if needed.

Winter Salad Dressing
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil or olive oil
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup honey

In a quart jar combine all dressing ingredients.  Shake vigorously.  Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.  Dressing can be made a few days in advance if needed.

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