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    Spinach Salad w/ Balsamic & Pecan Dressi


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    2 to 4 servings





    8 cups baby spinach (approximately 8 generous handfuls)
    1 cup halved pecans
    2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
    1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
    1/4 cup canola oil
    1/4 cup chopped pancetta
    1/2 cup diced shallots
    1 teaspoon diced garlic
    1 cup balsamic vinegar
    2 tablespoons brown sugar
    2 roasted & julienned red bell peppers



    Wash spinach thoroughly; set aside, covered with a damp towel.

    In a medium saute pan, toast pecans with 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar and cinnamon; set aside.

    Add canola to the same pan and fry the chopped pancetta.

    Add and saute shallots and garlic.

    Add balsamic vinegar and remaining brown sugar, and reduce to one-half volume.

    Place spinach greens on a serving plate and gently pour the dressing over them.

    Garnish with roasted red peppers and pecans. Serve immediately.

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