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Candied Pecan and Pear Salad

Spiced nuts and mellow pears bring a nice crunch to this salad. You’ll love the white cheddar and tangy vinaigrette, too.

14 ServingsPrep: 25 min. Bake: 15 min. + cooling

Ingredients

2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped pecans
SALAD:
8 cups torn Boston lettuce
2 medium pears, thinly sliced
2 ounces white cheddar cheese, cubed
DRESSING:
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; add pecans and
toss to coat. Spread in a single layer in a greased 15-in. x 10-in.
x 1-in. baking pan.
Bake at 325° for 15 minutes or until well glazed, stirring once.

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Candied Pecan and Pear Salad (continued)

Directions (continued)

Spread on foil to cool; break into pieces.
Just before serving, combine the lettuce, pears and cheese in a large
salad bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle
over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with candied pecans. Yield: 14
servings (3/4 cup each).

Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup equals 143 calories, 12 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 4 mg cholesterol, 164 mg sodium, 9 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein.