DRESSING: ½ c. sugar ½ tsp. salt 1/3 cup lemon 2/3 cup oil 2 tsp. finely chopped onion 1T. poppy seed 1 tsp. Dijon mustard SALAD: 1 large head romaine lettuce, torn into bite sized pieces 1 c. (4 oz.) shredded Swiss 1 cup cashews 1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries(Craisins) 1 apple 1 pear

In blender combine sugar, lemon juice, onion, mustard, and salt. Cover, process until blended. With machine running add oil in slow steady stream and process until thick and smooth. Add poppy seed and process a few minutes until blended. In large serving bowl, combine all salad ingredients, toss to mix. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.