For those of you who know me well, I know you are not surprised that I am posting this salad recipe in week 1 of my new blog. It is truly a family favorite and has been for years and years. Each of our children request this salad as part of their birthday dinners and I find Samuel making this salad on his own often. It is delicious!
I believe I enjoyed it for the first time at my sweet friend, Kimberly Pruitt's home, in Little Rock. The recipe is published in The Junior League of Little Rock's cookbook - Apron Strings .
I have changed the recipe in that I do not sugar the pecans. I simply add them as they are - fresh and delicious. Please let me know if you make this salad.
Strawberry Romaine Salad
(Source: Apron Strings)
1 cup Canola oil
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
black pepper to taste
For the dressing combine the oil, sugar, vinegar, garlic, salt, paprika and pepper in a large jar. Cover and shake vigorously.
Store for up to 1 week in the refrigerator
1 large head romaine lettuce
1 pint strawberries, sliced
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup pecans or walnuts
For the salad, tear the lettuce into bite size pieces. Combine with the strawberries, cheese and pecans/walnuts in a bowl and toss to mix.
Shake the dressing and add just before serving. Toss to mix
Enjoy!
Happy Cooking!
Julie
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