pear gorgonzola vinaigrette dressing

• 3/4 cup walnut halves , toasted (about 3 ounces)
• 1 (15 ounce) can s&w california sun pears in light syrup , drained, reserving 1/4 of the syrup
• 2 teaspoons honey mustard or 2 teaspoons mustard , sweetened with honey to taste
• 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 cups baby spinach or 8 cups other tender salad greens
• 3/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola (about 3 ounces) or 3/4 cup other blue cheese (about 3 ounces)

Directions:

1. 1
   To make pear vinaigrette, combine reserved pear syrup, honey mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper to taste.
2. 2
   Whisk in olive oil.
3. 3
   Just before serving, gently toss together the toasted walnuts, drained pears, pear vinaigrette, spinach and Gorgonzola.

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