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In season foods: Spinach Salad with Strawberries and Pecans

A little goat cheese or blue cheese is also delicious crumbled over this wonderful salad.

Ingredients:

  • 8 ounces fresh torn spinach or baby spinach
  • 1 1/2 to 2 cups cleaned and sliced strawberries
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves or pieces, lightly toasted
  • 2 to 3 ounces goat cheese or blue cheese, crumbled, optional

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup Canola oil or other salad oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 1/8 teaspoon each onion and garlic powder
  • Dash dry mustard

Preparation:

1. Toss spinach with sliced strawberries, pecans, and cheese, if using.

2. Combine dressing ingredients in a jar; shake until well blended. When ready to serve, drizzle dressing over the salad and toss lightly.

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