Spinach: Apple-Brie Spinach Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 large apples (I used granny smith)
  • 2 Tbls. maple syrup, divided
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 4 oz. Brie cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 c. pecan halves, toasted

Dressing

  • 1/8 c. apple cider or juice
  • 1/8 c. canola oil
  • 1-1/2 Tbls. cider vinegar
  • 1/2 t. Dijon mustard
  • small (or half) garlic clove, minced

Instructions

Cut apples into 1/4-inch wedges. Place apples on an ungreased baking sheet; brush with 1 Tbls. maple syrup. Broil 3-4 inches from the heat for 2 minutes. Turn and brush with remaining syrup. Broil 3 minutes longer, or until tender-crisp.

While apples are cooking, heat the dressing.

In a small saucepan, combine the dressing ingredients; bring to a boil. Whisk to blend well.

In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, cheese, pecans and apples.

Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.

NOTE: Serves 4.