1/4 cup Maple Syrup
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, minced, or 1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 (6 oz.) bag fresh baby spinach leaves
1 small unpeeled red apple, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon or real bacon bits
WHISK together syrup, vinegar, mustard, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper in a medium microwave-safe bowl until well blended. Gradually whisk in oil, stirring until thickened. COMBINE spinach, apple, cheese and bacon in a large bowl. Just before serving, microwave vinaigrette on HIGH for 30 to 45 seconds or until warm. Drizzle salad with desired amount of vinaigrette; toss salad and serve immediately.
Recipe Courtesy of Carla Harrold
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