Spinach Salad with Caramelized Pecans

Ingredients

• 1 T. butter
• 1/2 c. pecan halves
• 1 T. brown sugar
• 1 ounce package fresh baby spinach (I also make this salad with a combination of fresh baby spinach and baby greens)
• 1 large granny smith apple, cored, sliced and then cut into bite-size pieces
• 1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese
• 2 T. olive oil
• 2 T. white vinegar

Directions

• Melt butter in small frying pan over low heat
• Add pecans and brown sugar
• Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly until mixture is caramelized
• Spread out on wax paper to cool
• In bowl, toss together spinach, pecans, apple and cheese
• Add oil and vinegar and toss again until everything is coated

Chef’s note:  To make ahead for a special dinner, toss apple with dressing.  Layer on greens, cheese and pecans.  Cover with plastic wrap and put in refrigerator until needed, tossing just before serving.

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