Cheddar Almond Lettuce Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup slivered almonds
3 tablespoons sugar
9 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
HONEY-MUSTARD DRESSING
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Preparation

In a small heavy skillet, combine almonds and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until nuts are coated and golden. Spread onto foil to cool.
Divide romaine among salad plates; top with eggs and cheese.
In a blender, combine the sugar, vinegar, honey, lemon juice, onion powder, celery seed, mustard, paprika and salt. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salads; sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.