Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Apple Slaw with Brie and Spiced Walnuts




for the Spiced Walnuts
1 T vegetable oil
1 T sugar
2 t honey
1/2 t ground allspice
1/2 c walnut pieces

Line a baking sheet with foil sprayed lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Heat the vegetable oil, sugar, honey and allspice in a medium saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly until nuts are well coated, about 10 minutes. Spread warm walnuts in single layer on baking sheet. Break into small pieces when completely cool. Store in an airtight container until ready to serve slaw.

for the Slaw
8 ounces Brie Cheese, diced
4 c red cabbage, shredded
2 c green cabbage, shredded
2 c fresh baby spinach
1 large Golden Delicious apple, peeled and diced

Place all ingredients in large serving bowl and set aside to make dressing.

for the Vinaigrette dressing
1/4 c olive oil
2 T apple jelly
2 T cider vinegar
1/4 c heavy cream
1/2 c golden raisins
1/4 t crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 t salt

Heat all dressing ingredients over medium heat in a small saucepan just to boiling and jelly has melted. Let cool slightly (5 minutes maximum), whisk to incorporate and pour in bowl over slaw. Toss slaw well. Serve with spiced walnuts on the side for garnish. Serves 8.

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