Mandarin Almond Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 Tbsp. sugar, divided
1/2 c. slivered almonds
1/4 c. vegetable oil
2 Tbsp. vinegar
1 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. hot pepper sauce
1 bunch red leaf lettuce, torn
1 (11 oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 small red onion, sliced

Preparation

In small skillet, melt 3 tablespoons sugar over low heat (patience!).
Add almonds; stir until coated.
Cool; break into small pieces and set aside.
In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine oil, vinegar, parsley, salt, pepper, hot pepper sauce and remaining sugar; shake well.