Ingredients: baby spinach leaves – stems removed, washed, and torn,8 ounces mini-bowtie pasta,1 cup canola oil,8 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled (I used turkey bacon),1 teaspoon dry mustard,mozzarella cheese (julienne into 1-inch strips),1 tablespoon to 1-½ poppy seeds,inch romaine lettuce, cleaned and cut bite size pieces,Fresh strawberries, cut into bite-size chunks,2/3 cup sugar,2 tablespoons sweet onion (Vidalia or Maui),cup red wine vinegar
Instructions:
- Combine dressing ingredients (except poppy seeds) in blender jar. Give it enough time to completely pulverize the onion and turn a pretty pink color.
- Remove to a separate container.
- Add poppy seed just before serving, stirring well.
- Combine lettuce, spinach, and pasta, tossing until combined.
- Add just enough dressing to coat.
- Add strawberries, bacon and mozzarella last, stirring carefully to prevent breaking them apart.
- Serve with additional dressing on the side. Store remains in the refrigerator.
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