Spinach-Pear Salad

Name: Spinach-Pear Salad
Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 small onion; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/4 teaspoon dried basil; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach; 2 pears, peeled and thinly sliced; 1/4 cup golden raisin; 1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted

13 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 small onion
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 - 1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach
2 pears, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted

Directions

1

Mix the first 10 ingredients together, preferably with a food processor or blender so that it mixes well. Set the dressing aside.
2

Remove and discard the stems from the spinach leaves. Wash spinach, and pat dry with paper towels. Combine the spinach, pears, raisins, and pecans in a large bowl. Pour reserved dressing over salad, and toss gently. Serve immediately.