Pumpkins aren't just for pies or Halloween decorations. These large, orange gourds - while naturally sweet - also work well in savory dishes. They pair well with poultry and pork (and especially bacon) and their creamy-when-cooked texture blends easily into soups.
Mixed Greens Salad With Pear And Candied Pecans
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serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
ingredients
1/4 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (10 oz. size) torn mixed salad greens
1 pear, cored and thinly sliced
1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1 cup bleu cheese crumbles
1/2 cup cranberry vinaigrette dressing
directions
Cook pecans with sugar in small skillet over medium-high heat 3 minutes or until sugar melts, coats pecans and browns slightly; stirring constantly. Remove from pan; let cool.
Top salad greens with pear slices, pecans, dried cranberries and cheese. Drizzle with dressing just before serving.
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