Mandarin Salad

This came from some cookbook, long ago. I now forget which one, since I copy my favorite recipes to my own cookbook. (Saves me time, not having to search for it!) This salad adds a zest to any meal.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup  slivered almonds
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 1  teaspoon sugar
• 1⁄4 head lettuce
• 1⁄4 bunch romaine lettuce
• 2  stalks celery
• 2  green onions
• 11  ounces mandarin orange segments

• SWEET AND SOUR DRESSING

• 1⁄4 cup  vegetable oil
• 2  tablespoons sugar
• 2  tablespoons vinegar
• 1  tablespoon  snipped parsley (optional)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  dash black pepper
• 1  dash  red pepper sauce

Directions

1. GARNISH:.
2. In saucepan, cook almonds and sugar over low heat, stirring constantly, till sugar is melted and almonds are coated.
3. Cool. Break apart. Set aside.
4. SWEET 'N' SOUR DRESSING:
5. Pour all ingredients into jar with cover. Shake well. (May be stored in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks)
6. SALAD:.
7. Thinly slice celery and green onions, including the tops.
8. Chop or tear lettuces into bite-sized pieces.
9. Place lettuces in plastic bag. Add celery and onions.
10. Pour Dressing into bag
11. Drain and add orange segments.
12. Close bag tightly and shake till lettuce is well coated.
13. Arrange in bowl, sprinkle almonds over top.
14. Serve.