Spring Greens With Pears, Sugared Walnuts & Gorgonzola

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons brown sugar 
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar 
• 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
• 8 ounces gorgonzola crumbled
• 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard 
• 0.5 cup olive oil 
• 2  pears cored thinly sliced
• 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 
• 6 cups the salad 
• 6 servings salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons sugar 
• 1 cup walnut halves 
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar white

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan

Directions

1. Combine Spring greens, pears and herbs (if desired) in a large salad bowl. Top with cooled sugared walnuts.Right before serving, toss salad with desired amount of dressing.
2. Add Gorgonzola crumbles at the very last, tossing lightly to incorporate into the salad.Sugared Walnuts: In a small pan, saute walnuts and sugar over medium heat until almonds are caramelized, stirring often (they will be light brown and coated with melted sugar), approximately 4-6 minutes.
3. Combine ingredients in a jar or container with a lid and shake well.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss.