Aged Gouda Salad with Balsamic Honey Dressing

Tossed greens with Balsamic Honey dressing and topped with crumbled Gouda cheese, almonds, and sliced apples. Courtesy of Tori Rodriguez, Artisan Cheese Gallery, Studio City, CA

Ingredients

• 4 ounces 7 year aged Boerenkaas Gouda from Holland - Crumbled (substitute any hard, aged gouda with a sweet/nutty flavor)
• 2 ounces Marcona almonds, chopped
• 1/4 Gala or Fuji apple, thinly sliced
• 2 cups mixed greens
• 4 1/4 ounces Honey Ridge Farms Balsamic Honey Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 ounces hazelnut oil
• 5 ounces vegetable/canola oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Combine Balsamic Honey Vinegar and Dijon mustard in a food processor.
2. Slowly add the oils until emulsified.
3. Add salt and pepper to taste; dressing should be tangy and sweet.
4. Toss greens with dressing and place in salad bowl, then top with crumbled cheese, almonds, and sliced apples.