Winter Salad (from allrecipes)

 

This is the recipe our brother in law brings every Thanksgiving.  It is one of my favorites and uses winter fruits and the dressing makes it one of my favorite salads to eat

For the dressing:

1/2 c. sugar

1/2 c. lemon juice

1/2 tsp. salt

2 tsp. diced onion (can use minced)

1 tsp. Dijon mustard

2/3 c. oil

1 Tbsp. poppy seeds - Mix with blender or hand blender

For the Salad:

1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite size pieces

4 oz. shredded swiss cheese

1 c. cashews

1/4 c. dried cranberries (Craisins)

1 apple, peeled cored and diced

1 pear, peeled cored and sliced