Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package spinach
  • 1/3 cup pecan halves
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar
  • 2 small shallots, minced
  • kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 ounces gorgonzola, crumbled

Method

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Toss pecans with vegetable oil, sugar and salt. Lay out on baking sheet. Roast until shade darker and aromatic, about 7 to 8 minutes. Set aside. I have also done this one the stove top in a skillet but I stir frequently when doing so.
  • Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, shallots and salt and pepper in a bowl.
  • Mix spinach, goronzola and pecans in a serving bowl.
  • Toss salad with dressing.