CITRUS SALAD DRESSING

For Christmas Eve I made a salad to contribute to the lovely meal my sister in law prepared. Thought I'd share the new recipe with you-it was a big hit!

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Citrus Salad Dressing

1. • 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons orange juice
   • 6 tablespoons dried cranberries
2. • 3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
   • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider vinegar
   • 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
3. • 2 bags of mixed baby greens
   • 3 oranges, peel and white pith removed, segmented
   • 3/4 cup pecans, toasted
4. 1. Bring 1 cup orange juice to simmer in heavy small saucepan. Remove from heat. Mix in dried cranberries. Let stand until softened, about 30 minutes. Drain well; discard soaking juice.
   2. Whisk oil, vinegar, orange peel and remaining 3 tablespoons orange juice in small bowl to blend. Mix in cranberries. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
5. 1. Place greens in large bowl. Toss with dressing, then top salad with orange segments and pecans.