Autumn Apple Salad

prep time:: 15 min
total time:: 25 min

Makes 6 servings

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ingredients

1 cup apple juice
2 Tbsp cider vinegar
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
10 cups gourmet salad greens (about 10 oz)
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1 medium McIntosh apple, cored and cut into 18 wedges
1 medium Bartlett pear, cored and cut into 18 wedges
1/4 cup (1 oz) finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 Tbsp chopped pecans, toasted

directions

Place apple juice in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until reduced to about 3 tablespoons (about 10 minutes). Combine reduced apple juice, vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper, stirring with a whisk. Combine greens, grapes, apples, pears in a large bowl. Drizzle with apple juice mixture, toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and nuts.

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