From Our Recipe Box to Yours....

     My family was invited to a dinner a few weeks back put on by the Butler County Fair Board. One of their members brought a salad much like this one. I just loved it and went searching to find one similar to make at home. Here you go....

Pear Salad with Walnuts and Feta Recipe

Ingredients:

1 bag spring mix salad
2 pears, cored and thinly sliced
1/4 cup roasted walnuts
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
freshly cracked pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread walnuts on single layer in a baking sheet. Roast for 10 – 12 minutes, or until just fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
2. Add spring mix to a large bowl. Top with thinly sliced pears, feta cheese and walnuts. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Add freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Toss salad to incorporate all ingredients.