Romaine Cranberry Pear Salad

• 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
• 1 firm pear (chopped)
• 1 – 2 oz. goat cheese (or any creamy cheese)
• 1/2 cup salted walnuts
• 1/2 cup Craisins
• 1 – 2 Tbsp Olive Oil (try the Herbes de Provence, Basil or any unflavored UP EVOO)
• 2 – 3 Tbsp Cranberry Pear Balsamic Vinegar
• salt & pepper, to taste

1. Prepare 4 cups of chopped romaine lettuce loosely packed. Place it in a large salad bowl.
2. Add walnuts and Craisins.
3. At this point the salad can be placed in the refrigerator until ready to serve. (Not more than 2 – 3 hours)
4. When ready to serve, break apart goat cheese and add to the bowl.
5. Chop the pear into small pieces. Add to bowl.
6. For the dressing: the measurements above are just guidelines. Add the oil and vinegar a little at a time until you achieve your preferred taste.
7. Toss everything together. Serve immediately.

Other topping ideas: Pomegranate Arils, Crumbled Bacon, Diced Chicken