Romaine and Pear Salad

Romaine and Pear Salad

Yield 8 servings

Ingredients:

¼ cup red wine vinegar

¾ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tablespoon Honey

½ teaspoon Salt

¼ teaspoon ground Black Pepper

¼ cup chopped Green Onion

1 large head Romaine Lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces

2 Bosc Pears, thinly sliced

Optional: Crumbled Gorgonzola Cheese and candied Almonds

Directions:

1. In a small container with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, oil, honey, salt, pepper and green onion. Close the lid, and shake vigorously to blend.

2. Place the romaine lettuce into a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with dressing and toss to coat. Add pear slices, gorgonzola cheese and candied almonds. Toss gently and serve immediately.

*Recipe courtesy of Patricia Fava