Cheddar Almond Lettuce Salad

Sugared almonds and a honey-mustard dressing make this salad a real standout.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 9

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup  slivered almonds
• 3  tablespoons sugar
• 9  cups  torn romaine lettuce
• 2  hard-cooked eggs, sliced
• 1  cup  shredded cheddar cheese

• HONEY-MUSTARD DRESSING

• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 2  tablespoons white vinegar
• 2  tablespoons honey
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup  vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a small heavy skillet, combine almonds and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until nuts are coated and golden. Spread onto foil to cool.
2. Divide romaine among salad plates; top with eggs and cheese.
3. In a blender, combine the sugar, vinegar, honey, lemon juice, onion powder, celery seed, mustard, paprika and salt. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salads; sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.