Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, coarsely crumbled
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 pears, cored & thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 6 cups Spring salad greens
  • salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup walnut halves
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar

Ready In 45 Minutes

Servings: 6

Cooking Instructions

Salad

Step 1

  • 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.
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Step 2

  • Add Gorgonzola crumbles at the very last, tossing lightly to incorporate into the salad.Sugared Walnuts: In a small pan, saute walnuts and sugar over medium heat until almonds are caramelized, stirring often (they will be light brown and coated with melted sugar), approximately 4-6 minutes.
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  • Length: 6 minutes

Spread the walnuts on foil or wax paper. After they cool, break apart.For the dressing

Step 1

  • Combine ingredients in a jar or container with a lid and shake well.
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Step 2

  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss.