Spinach-pear Salad

Total Time: 20 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 small onion
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1/2-1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach
• 2 pears, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup golden raisin
• 1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted

Recipe

• 1 mix the first 10 ingredients together, preferably with a food processor or blender so that it mixes well. set the dressing aside.
• 2 remove and discard the stems from the spinach leaves. wash spinach, and pat dry with paper towels. combine the spinach, pears, raisins, and pecans in a large bowl. pour reserved dressing over salad, and toss gently. serve immediately.