Apple-brie Spinach Salad

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 4 large apples, cut into 1/2 inch wedges
• 4 tablespoons maple syrup, divided
• 8 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1 (8 ounce) brie round or 1 (8 ounce) camembert cheese, cubed
• 1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
• 1/4 cup apple cider or 1/4 cup apple juice
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 garlic clove, minced

Recipe

• 1 place apples on a ungreased baking sheet, brush with 2 tablespoons syrup. broil 3-4 inches from the heat for 3 minutes. turn; brush with the remaining syrup. broil 3-5 minutes longer or until crisp-tender.
• 2 in a large salad bowl, combine spinach, cheese, pecans and apples. in a small saucepan, combine the dressing ingredients and bring to a boil. pour over salad and toss to coat. serve immediately.