Cranberry Brie Salad

This colorful, delicatey flavored salad has soft bites of brie, tangy dried cranberries and crunchy croutons and would be terrific as an appetizer for any meal.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup dried cranberries
• 1⁄4 cup port wine
• 4  ounces  brie cheese, chopped
• 1  head butter lettuce (cut or torn, about 1 1/4 cups)
• 2⁄3 cup seasoned croutons

• CRANBERRY DRESSING

• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  tablespoons cranberry juice cocktail
• 1  tablespoon basil pesto
• 1  tablespoon red wine vinegar

Directions

1. Into a small bowl, measure cranberries and port. Let stand for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Drain. Discard port.
2. In a large bowl, place cranberries, cheese, lettuce and croutons. Toss.
3. CRANBERRY DRESSING: In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine oil, juice, pesto and vinegar. Shake well. Makes 1/3 cup dressing.
4. Drizzle dressing over lettuce mixture. Toss.