This is from the kitchen of Jaime Barkwell. This recipe
quickly spread among the Barkwell side of the family.  Is
there ever an occasion when we
don't serve it?
Salad:

Romaine
Field Green Mix, optional
Cheddar Cheese, Mont. Jack good too
1 Apple, chopped
1 Pear, chopped
Dried Cranberries OR Grapes
Chopped Cashews
Crumbled Bacon



Dressing: Place in a blender :

2 Tbsp Onion, finely chopped
1/2 c Sugar
1/3 c Apple Cider or Red Wine Vinegar
2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
1/2 tsp Salt
2/3 c Vegetable Oil
2-3 tsp Poppy Seeds
Blend. Store in refrigerator

Use dressing within a week.
Jaime's Salad
"When you retire, you switch
bosses - from the one who hired
you to the one who married you."