Mandarin Orange Salad

Delicious!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup  slivered almonds
• 3  tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped celery
• 1⁄2 head romaine lettuce
• 1⁄2 head iceberg lettuce
• 2  whole green onions, chopped
• 11  ounces mandarin oranges, drained
• 1  crisp apple, chopped
• 1  dash black pepper
• 1⁄4 cup  vegetable oil
• 2  tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1  tablespoon  chopped parsley

Directions

1. In a small pan over medium heat, heat almonds and sugar, stirring constantly till almonds are coated -- and sugar is dissolved.watch so they don't burn --
2. Cool and store in tight container.
3. Mix all dressing ingredients and chill.
4. Mix celery, lettuce and onions, just before serving, add almonds.oranges and apples.toss with dressing.
5. May be prepared early in the day and assembled just before serving.