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Lori’s “eat your greens” Salad

Mixed greens (a variety including radicchio, Endive, escarole, arugula, baby spinach and baby romaine)
2 ripe pears, skinned and dices
1 1/2 cups fresh shredded beets
1 1/4 cup gorgonzola or blue cheese
1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing:
1/2 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic
1 shallot, minced
1 tsp. minced oregano
1 tsp. minced tarragon
1 tsp. thyme
1/2 cup olive oil
6 Tbls. balsamic vinegar

Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil, add garlic, shallot, oregano, thyme, tarragon: sauté over low heat for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add remaining ingredients. Mix well. This is a great dressing on any salad.