Sunday, February 27, 2011

Lori's Spinach Salad

We call this Lori's spinach salad because she is the one who introduced it to us at a family gathering years ago. It is great for a crowd and has become our salad of choice for birthdays, Easter, Thanksgiving, and many meals in between. Abby calls it "the special salad."

Spinach Salad

Salad
1 bunch fresh spinach, torn in bite-size pieces
1 small head lettuce, torn in bite-size pieces
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 lb. sliced mushrooms
3/4 lb. grated Monterey jack cheese
3/4 lb. bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 c. rinsed cottage cheese

Dressing
3/4 tsp. onion salt
1/3 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. ground mustard
3 T poppy seeds
3/4 c. canola oil
1/3 c. white vinegar

Dressing should be made several hours in advance. Just before serving, toss the salad and dressing.

Julie's notes: My dad always asked me to substitute feta cheese for the cottage cheese. It's great either way.

4 comments:

  1. I think I'm in salad mode. This looks absolutely yummy to me. Bring on the warmer weather, I'm going to have to try this one (like all the rest!)

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  2. My mouth is watering just looking at this one. Hmmm

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  3. I was informed that I didn't give credit where credit is due. :) KELLIE made this salad for us yesterday. It was awesome especially since I wasn't feeling very well. I love having daughters who love to cook.

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  4. This is a favorite salad in our family too. Someone always brings it on Thanksgiving.
    I'm glad Lesa told me about your site. These salads look tasty.

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