WARM SPINACH SALAD WITH OVEN ROASTED BEETS AND CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING

WARM SPINACH SALAD WITH OVEN ROASTED BEETS AND CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING image

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing
2 T sherry vinegar
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 small shallot, chopped
1 t dijon mustard
3 oz blue cheese
6 T extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper
Salad:
2 bunches of spinach, washed and spun dry
2 medium size beets, peeled, diced, and roasted
1/4 c toasted, chopped pecans
Blue cheese for garnish

Steps:

To prepare the dressing, place the vinegar, garlic, shallot, mustard, and blue cheese in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth. With the motor running slowly add the olive oil and run until creamy and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper. Set aside until ready to use. To prepare the salad, place the spinach in a large bowl. Place the beets in with the spinach. Place the dressing in a saute pan and quickly bring to a boil. Toss with the dressing and garnish with tasted pecans and blue cheese. Serve