Spinach And Pear Salad

1. 1

   Wash and dry the spinach. If you use large leaf spinach, remove the stems and cut the spinach into ribbons.

2. 2

   Cook the bacon until very crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.

3. 3

   Core the pears and slice into thin wedges (about 3/8 inch). Don't bother to peel.

4. 4

   Melt the butter in a large saute pan and when the butter is slightly browned add the pears and saute for just a few minutes to add a caramelized butter flavor, but to still keep the pear slices crisp.Remove from pan.

5. 5

   Mix the vinaigrette: Whisk together the vinegars,olive oil,red pepper flakes and sugar.

6. 6

   In a large salad bowl add the spinach, crumbled bacon, pecans and the sauteed pears. Finally add the vinaigrette and toss.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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