Broccoli Raisin Cauliflower Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 cups broccoli florets
3 cups cauliflower florets
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/3 cup walnuts, chopped & toasted
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper, crushed (adds heat!) (optional)

Preparation

In a large saucepan bring 4 inches of water to boiling. Add the broccoli & cauliflower and return to boiling. Cook covered for 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
In 2 to 2 1/2 quart bowl layer half the broccoli, cauliflower raisins and walnuts.
Repeat layers.
Cover and chill.
In a screw top jar combine the olive oil, vinegar, 1 tsp salt, the honey, basil, black pepper and red pepper. Cover tightly and shake well.
Add dressing just before serving (drizzle over top). Toss to coat (let everyone admire the layers first!).
Prep time does not include chill time in fridge.