Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons champagne or rice vinegar
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries, divided
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced shallot
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 10 cups Boston lettuce
  • 2 medium pears, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Method

  • Process champagne, 1/4 cup cranberries, shallot, mustard, honey, salt and pepper in a small food processor until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
  • In a bowl, combine lettuce and pears. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with pecans and remaining cranberries.