Korean Pear and Aged Cheddar

Korean Pear and Aged Cheddar

with Dried Cranberries & Walnuts

The first signs of fall were definitely in the air on Labor Day. It was the perfect evening for grilling, sitting out in the backyard, and sipping vino. With a friend we hadn't seen in ages over for dinner, I decided it was a perf night for a Creative Greens recipe. After choosing our main menu- pork chops (bone-in of course for tenderness), fresh, local corn on the cob and teryaki green beans, also local (all of this grilled to perfection by the way)- we set out to find wine pairings and I started designing a salad in my head. Wanting to embrace this momentary glimpse of the season to come, I crafted a fall inspired salad that has instantly become one of my new favs. It was a huge hit with everyone at the table, and I hope you enjoy it as well. Bon appetit!

In a large mixing bowl, combine the following:

• 2-3 cups fresh, baby spinach
• 1/2 Korean pear, sliced thin into strips (can easily sub with an Asian pear, found at your local market)
• 2oz aged white cheddar, diced (Irish cheddar would also work) 
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup dried, unsweetened cherries

Once all ingredients are placed in the bowl, drizzle 2 Tbsp Lucini Italia Fig & Walnut Savory Balsamic vinaigrette over the salad. Enjoy!