Mandarin Salad
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 Tbsp sugar
1/2 head iceberg lettuce
1/2 head romaine lettuce
1 cup chopped celery
2 whole green onions, chopped
1 11-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained
Dressing:
1/2 tsp salt
dash of pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 Tbsp chopped parsley
2 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp vinegar
dash of Tabasco sauce
In a small pan over medium heat, cook almonds and sugar, stirring constantly until almonds are coated and sugar dissolved. Watch carefully as they will burn easily. Cool and store in air-tight container. Mix all dressing ingredients and chill. Mix lettuces, celery, and onions. Just before serving add almonds and oranges. Toss with the dressing.
Notes:
Anita served this salad at Craig & Becky's rehearsal dinner and Eldora loved it so much she asked for the recipe and now makes it often.