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Pear and Celery Salad
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Ingredients
- 4 medium ribs of celery, diced
- 2 T. cider vinegar (or other fruit vinegar)
- 2 T. honey
- 2 medium ripe pears (Red Bartlett or Anjou), chopped
- 4 oz. sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
- ¼ cup dried cranberries (optional)
- 6 large Butterhead or other lettuce leaves
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Directions
Whisk vinegar and honey in large bowl until well blended. Add celery and pears; gently stir to coat. Add cheese and cranberries. Divide lettuce leaves among six salad plates and top with a portion of salad. Add chopped pecans just before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Makes six individual salads.
Beverly Huffman, Warsaw, Ind.