Mandarin Orange, Gorgonzola and Almond Delight

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup blanched slivered almonds 
• 1 cup gorgonzola cheese 
• 11  juice of orange canned
• 12 ounces salad greens mixed
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan
• whisk

Directions

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add almonds, and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted.
3. Remove from heat, and set aside.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons reserved mandarin orange juice, oil, and vinegar.
5. In a large salad bowl, toss together the toasted almonds, mandarin oranges, mixed salad greens, and Gorgonzola cheese. Just before serving, pour dressing on salad, and toss to coat.