Monday, November 5, 2007

MANDARIN ALMOND SALAD

4 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 bunch red leaf lettuce, torn
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 small red onion, sliced

In a small skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of sugar over low heat. Add almonds and stir until coated. Cool; break into small pieces and set aside. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, parsley, salt, pepper, hot pepper sauce and remaining sugar; shake well. Just before serving, combine the lettuce, oranges, onion and almonds in a large salad bowl. Shake dressing; pour over salad and toss. Yield: 4-6 servings.

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