This may seem like a highly improbable combination, but it works. The key to this salad is to keep it simple so that the contrasting flavors of the sweet berries, the earthy spinach, and the dressing interact clearly. Two dressings work here; one is a Balsamic vinaigrette with honey mustard, and the other is the...Read More

INGREDIENTS: Salad: 8 cups baby spinach leaves 1 cup blueberries 1/2 cup slivered almonds (toasted, optional) 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Dressing: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons Ribena (concentrated blackcurrant nectar)* 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon fresh, lemon juice 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper METHOD: In a...Read More

Trying to boost your antioxidants? Here’s a healthy fall salad full of goodness! INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup pomegranate juice 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh flaxseed oil 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons honey or agave syrup Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 6 – 8 cups baby...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 8 cups baby spinach, washed OR 8 cups mesclun mix (baby greens) 4 red d’anjou pears, sliced thinly 3/4 red onion, sliced thinly 6 oz. crumbled goat cheese, gorgonzola, or other favorite blue cheese 8 strips Corralitos applewood smoked bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled 1 recipe Maple Syrup Pecans (recipe below) 1/4 recipe...Read More

Poppy seed salad dressing is a versatile dressing that can be used with a spinach salad or as a dressing for coleslaw. INGREDIENTS: 1 large egg 1/4 cup honey 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2/3 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons yellow onion grated, plus juice 1 cup olive oil 1 cup vegetable...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 8 cups well-washed Bloomsdale spinach leaves Boiling water 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil Pinch of dried, crushed chiles 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger root, finely chopped 2 scallions, finely sliced METHOD: Place spinach leaves in a large colander. Slowly pour lots of boiling water...Read More

Make the sweet tangy dressing ahead of time to allow the dressing to chill and the flavors to mingle. INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup golden balsamic vinegar* 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon minced red onion 10...Read More