strawberry romaine salad

10 servings  Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

1/4 cup sugar

1/3 cup slivered almonds

1 bunch romaine, torn

1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced

2 cups halved fresh strawberries

Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons sugar

1 tablespoon sour cream

1 tablespoon milk

2 1/4 teaspoons cider vinegar

1 1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Directions

*In a small heavy skillet over medium-low heat, cook and stir the sugar until melted and caramel in color, about 10 minutes.  Stir in almonds until coated.  Spread on foil to cool;  break into small pieces.

*In a large bowl, combine the romaine, onion and strawberries.  Combine the dressing ingredients;  drizzle over salad and toss to coat.  Sprinkle with coated almonds.

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