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WEST COAST GREEN SALAD
MAKES 12 SERVINGS


INGREDIENTS

1 bag (10-ounces) Romaine and radicchio salad blend
1 bag (6-ounces) slivered almonds, roasted
2/3 cup dried cherries or cherry-flavored dried cranberries
3 ounces crumbled bleu cheese
1 can (15-ounces) Bartlett pear slices in extra light syrup
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons reserved pear syrup
Salt and pepper to taste

METHOD

Place lettuce, almonds, dried cherries and cheese in a large bowl. Drain pears, reserving 2 tablespoons syrup. Cut pears into bite-sized pieces and add to bowl. In a smaller bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar and pear syrup; season with salt and pepper. Dress and toss salad; serve.