FESTIVE TOSSED SALAD

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From Taste of Home. Unique salad with pear, apple, dried cranberry, swiss cheese and cashews. Also has a home made dressing.

Provided by FrVanilla

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2 -3 teaspoons poppy seeds
10 cups romaine lettuce, torn
1 cup swiss cheese, shredded
1 medium apple, chopped
1 medium pear, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2-1 cup cashews, chopped

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, onion and salt. Cover and process until blended. With blender running, gradually add oil. Add poppy seeds and blend.
  • In a salad bowl, combine the romaine, Swiss cheese, apple, pear and cranberries. Drizzle with desired amount of dressing. Add cashews; toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

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