Maple, Pecan, Cheddar, Apple-Celebrating America’S Bounty In A Salad

• Maple dijon vinaigrette; Spiced Nuts
• 2 tablespoons shallots
• 1/3 cup cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons pommery mustard
• kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup canola oil
• 2 tablespoons grade B maple syrup
• pecans from http://food52.com/recipes...spicymaplepecanparty_nuts
• Assemble salad
• 4 ounces butter lettuce, washed, dried
• 2 ounces extra sharp cheddar, cut into shards
• 1 apples, cut into slender wedges and ,if preparing in advance,squeeze with lemon juice to prevent browning.)
• 4-8 tablespoons dressing from above
• 3/4 cup spiced maple pecan party nuts ( http://food52.com/recipes...spicymaplepecanparty_nuts )

1. In a food processor, add shallots through pepper. Drizzle in oil. Add half the maple syrup, taste and add rest if desired.
2. Wash and dry lettuce. Toss with apples and dressing. Arrange on plates and garnish with cheese and nuts.

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Taken from food52.com/recipes/16719-maple-pecan-cheddar-apple-celebrating-america-s-bounty-in-a-salad (may not work)