Cheddar Almond Salad recipe

 

I love salads..especially with nuts on them, almonds being a favorite. This salad has plenty of sugared almonds on top, adding a nice sweet crunch.

The dressing is also sweet.... and addictive....I kept adding more and more. There's nothing better than a good salad on a warm summer day. It sure has been hot here again!

I'm getting excited for Saturday..I can wait to see Pioneer Woman's new TV show on Food Network. {I just saw an ad for the show as I'm writing this.} I work at the store that day, but I already have it set to record. I can look forward to going home after work to watch it.

I have her book and tried lots of her recipes...my favorite being her Cinnamon rolls. That maple frosting is killer. I wonder what new recipes she will have on her show...it will be fun to see!


Here's the recipe for the salad from Taste of Home:

Cheddar Almond Lettuce Salad
(Taste of Home}

1/2 c. slivered almonds
3 Tbsp. sugar
9 c. romaine, torn
2 hard cooked eggs,sliced (I left out)
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese 


Honey Mustard dressing:
1/4 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. white vinegar
2 Tbsp. honey
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. celery seed
1/2 tsp. ground mustard
1/2 tsp. paprika

In a small skillet cook the almonds and sugar until lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool on top of some foil. Divide the lettuce,eggs, and cheese among salad plates.

In a blender combine the sugar,vinegar,honey,lemon juice, onion powder,celery seed, mustard,paprika, and salt. While processing, gradually add the oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salads. Sprinkle with almonds. Serves 9.


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