Mixed Greens with Roasted Pears, Blue Cheese and Spiced Pecans
Author: Michelle
Recipe type: Appetizer
Ingredients
2-4 pears, peeled and quartered
½ cup + 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3-4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and Pepper
1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar
1cup whole pecans
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 medium shallot
4-6 oz mixed greens
4 oz blue cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven 350 F. Remove center core of pears and quarter. Toss with 1 tablespoon oil and one tablespoon balsamic. Bake until soft, 25 min. Cool and cut into slices.
Toss pecans in 1-2 tablespoons of water, the chili powder, cayenne and brown sugar. Bake on a parchment lined baking sheet 8-10 min.
Mix 2-3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar with shallots and wish in remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper
Toss. Enjoy.
Recipe by Basil and Vine at http://www.basilandvine.com/2015/05/03/perfect-party-salad/