Spinach and Apple Salad with a Poppy seed Dressing

This has by far been one of the most popular salads that I have ever made. I have been asked daily for the recipe from all my family members. The dressing was so easy to make and would be a great addition to any type of salad. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

Spinach and Apple Salad with a Poppy seed Dressing
Source:  Adapted from allrecipes.com
Serves:  8 (with extra salad dressing)

1 lb of spinach
1 granny smith apple, sliced and cubed
1 cup of cranberries
1 cup of sliced almonds (toasted - no salt) 
1/2 cup of freshly shaved Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon of sesame seeds (toasted)
1 tablespoon of poppy seeds
1 shallot, finely chopped
1/4 tsp paprika
1/2 cup of olive oil
1/4 cup of cider vinegar
1/4 cup of white wine vinegar
1/2 cup of sugar (white) - 1/4 cup if you prefer your dressing less sweet
pepper to taste

In a glass jar, combine all ingredients starting with the almonds through the pepper to taste.  Shake well and set aside for 20 minutes to let the flavors meld. 

While salad dressing is mixing, combine spinach, cranberries, and almonds in a large salad bowl.  Right before you are ready to serve, add shaved Parmesan.  Shake salad dressing and drizzle over top of spinach mixture and mix well.  You only want to use a small portion of the salad dressing as it goes a long way.  Refrigerate the left over salad dressing and use throughout the next week. 

Ratings:
Miss J, 10 out 10
Moe, 10 out 10

- Miss J