Mandarin Orange Salad

Mandarin Orange Salad

½        C. slivered or sliced almonds

2        T. sugar

1        bunch spinach or romaine lettuce washed, dried, torn into pieces

1        C. chopped celery

2        green onions, sliced

1        can Mandarin oranges, drained

Dressing:

¼        C. veg. oil

2        T. white vinegar

dash of Tabasco sauce

1        T. dried or fresh parsley

2        T. sugar

½        t. salt

dash of pepper

Cook almonds and sugar over medium heat until sugar coats the almonds well.  Toss together the lettuce, celery and onions in a large bowl and chill. Mix the dressing together and chill.  Add the mandarin oranges, almonds and dressing just before serving.

Ellen Berry