PEAR & GORGONZOLA SPINACH SALAD

INGREDIENTS

For the Salad:

4 slices thick cut bacon, cooked and crumbled

1 pear, sliced into thin wedges

1/2 cup honey glazed walnuts

6 cups baby spinach, packed

1/3 cup Gorgonzola cheese

1/2 cup dried cranberries

For the vinaigrette:

1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons honey

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup oil

INSTRUCTIONS

For the Vinaigrette:

Place all the vinaigrette ingredients in a jar and shake well. Set aside. (You'll want to shake it again right before adding.)

For the Salad:

In a large bowl, toss together spinach, pear slices, nuts, cranberries, cheese, and bacon. Add desired amount of vinaigrette when ready to serve and toss until evenly coated.