Created by Kchurchill5 on July 4, 2012
Step 1: Vinaigrette ... Add all the ingredients to a small bowl or tupperware container is what I love. Just shake and refrigerate. But mix well and set to the side. Better if made a couple of hours in advance.
Step 2: Pears ... After dicing the pears, squeeze the lemon juice over them so they don't brown.
Step 3: Salad Layers ... Layer 1: romaine, Layer 2: 1/2 of the pears and apricots, Layer 3: a couple of tablespoons of the dressing, Layer 4: cheese: Layer 5: half of the walnuts, Layer 6: spinach, Layer 7, the remaining pears and apricots, Layer 8: another couple spoons of dressing, Layer 9: the remaining cheese, Layer 10: the remaining walnuts.
Step 4: Serve ... The remaining dressing can be served on the side for anyone who wants a bit more. For Christmas, I make these in small individual bowls or glasses. Pretty presentation and easy to prepare.
Step 5: The secret to this is to pick the right size bowl so you can see the layers; but also so the bowl isn't so big you can't really see the layers. ENJOY!