Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Dressing
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon salt
Salad
3/4 cup slivered almonds
4 1/2 teaspoons sugar
7 cups romaine lettuce
7 cups spinach
1 1/2 cups sliced celery
1 1/2 cups sliced green onions
3 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained

Preparation

In a jar with a tight-fitted lid, combine the first five ingredients; shake well. Set aside.
In a skillet, cook and stir the almonds and sugar over medium heat until sugar is melted and almonds are coated. Spread on foil to cool completely.
In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, spinach, celery and onions. Add oranges and sugared almonds; toss gently. Shake dressing; drizzle over salad and toss to coat.