Shauna's Pecan Mandarin Orange Salad

INGREDIENTS

1 bunch Boston Red Leaf Lettuce
1 small pkg Gorgonzola cheese crumbled (or Bleu Cheese)
1 cup pecans, caramelized (see below)
1 small can Mandarin orange (or pears)
Thinly sliced red onions to taste (if too bitter, soak in water for an hour first)
Dressing (below)

CARAMELIZING THE PECANS

1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp pepper
1 cup whole pecans

Throw all ingredients in a hot skillet and stir for about
3 min. or until mixture is melted/caramelized.

DRESSING
2 cup oil
3 T. Balsamic vinegar
1 t. salt
1 t. sugar (optional)

Toss all ingredients and serve. Serves 6